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New Property Licensing Scheme in Haringey
Haringey council is introducing a large new Selective Licensing Scheme that comes into force on 17 November 2022. The new licensing scheme aims to: – Provide safer and well-managed housing for private renters. – Ensure landlords take maximum responsibility for maintaining and improving the properties they let. – Identify and improve properties with the worst…
When To Make A Planning Appeal?
When can you make a planning appeal? When a Local Planning Authority (LPA) makes a decision on your planning application, you can appeal with no fees in some cases: • Your application was refused for reasons you think are against the LPA’s planning policy. • Your application was approved with conditions you think are unnecessary…
HMO Licensing. Do You Need It?
What is HMO? An HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) is when a property is occupied by or rented to 3 or more unrelated households sharing the same amenities. One household can have one individual and their family members or relatives. Who needs HMO Licensing? Across England and Wales, getting HMO Licensing is mandatory when households…
Converting House Into Flats
Does converting a house into flats require planning permission? Converting a dwelling house into self-contained flats is not a Permitted Development Right and there’s a set of different requirements that have to be met before you’d be able to conduct your development. Requirements may include a minimum flat size, soundproofing, fire safety, or a party…
Mourning Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Mourning Her Majesty’s passing, Mr. Stern going past Queen Elisabeth II, and paying respect. May Her Majesty rest in peace. May Her loyalty always be cherished. And may God save the King. https://samplanning.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/sternqueen-1-1-1-1.mp4
Basement Conversion. Is it worth it? and why?
“I want to expand the living space in my house. Is a basement conversion worth it? why? Basement conversions can provide many options that vary in the extra space added. For example, if you just want small extra storage that doesn’t require daylight, then you might want to go for a coal cellar basement. It’s…
HMO is rejected in my area. Can I still get one?
“Why are HMOs rejected in my area? Can I still get one? Generally, many types of minor development, such as a change of use from a single dwelling house (use class C3) to a small HMO shared by 3 to 6 unrelated residents (use class C4), do not require planning permission. That’s what we call…
Detached houses: Options you have for extending
So, are rules different when it comes to detached houses? Can a detached house owner apply for a side extension on the ground floor or the first floor? Joel Stern, director of SAM Planning, as interviewed by Hamodia, answers these questions… The Article
“The Man with A Plan” – Success Story
Starting from green investment in solar panels, a local institution, to managing his own property portfolio, and finally, SAM Group! Find out the story behind “The Man with A Plan” and how he managed to run his successful business in London in the field of architectural planning. Interviewed and featured by Coffee Break. The Article
