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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK couple may have to evict Ukrainian refugees owing to planning rules

Rosemary Duckett, 80, a retired magistrate and former chair of her local YMCA, and her husband, Anthony, 88, have been providing accommodation in a room above their garage to Ukrainian refugees since 2022. The couple were dismayed when the council recently told them they could no longer use the room, which has a small bathroom attached, to provide somewhere for Ukrainians to live without applying for a change of use for the room, at a cost of 600-800.
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fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

Developer told to stop building new block of flats in Hornchurch after rules breach

Havering Council issued a temporary stop notice on a Hornchurch flat development due to breaches of planning rules, halting construction until compliance is achieved.
Renovation
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
2 months ago

Dagenham landlord illegally converted house into flats

Ijaz Hussain was fined over £20,000 for illegally converting a house into flats, defying planning regulations and ignoring enforcement notices.
Renovation
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
3 months ago

Should I build a house in a flood zone? A self build expert explains whether or not it's a good idea

Flood risk is critical for self-builders, impacting planning and safety decisions.
London politics
fromHomebuilding
3 months ago

Mayfair's million-pound mistake: Owner ordered to fill illegal basement with concrete

Illegal basement construction in a historic building is being forcibly reversed, highlighting strict planning regulations in London.
Renovation
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Owner of 3m Mayfair townhouse ordered to destroy 'illegal' basement featuring gym, sauna and cinema

The owner of a Grade II-listed Mayfair townhouse must destroy an unauthorized basement despite appeals, underscoring the importance of preserving historic properties.
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