House Building policy, regulation, planning, technology, product features

Autonomous assessment

July 1, 2009 Feature

The Long Sutton Autonomous House, to be occupied by the end of the year, is a different approach to Code level six, incorporating zero heating and body heat. Suzie Mayes finds out about the home which is part of a carbon neutral mixed-used scheme

Know your site’s planning history

July 1, 2009 Feature

Developers should ensure they are aware of the history of planning applications on a development site or they may encounter delays in the planning process, according to Jason Towell of solicitor Cripps Harries Hall

Probably the best UDC in the world

July 1, 2009 Feature

Urban development corporations are normally set up to stimulate development. But the West Northamptonshire DC is different. Even in these difficult times it is clear that this area of the south Midlands is going to be booming over the next few years, so its role is one of co-ordinating and facilitating the provision of, among other things, 50,000 new homes. Ben Roskrowreports

Rental adjustment

July 1, 2009 Feature

Is it time for housebuilders to take a serious look at getting involved in the private rented sector? With initiatives under way to boost new build for rent and to shake off the Rachman and Rigsby reputation, Mark Smulian looks at the opportunities

Hidden extras

June 1, 2009 Feature

“Our thermal break plate lintel was invented and patented by us to add rigidity and structural efficiency to the product while achieving the highest possible thermal performance” Sean Coyle, chief executive, IG/Keystone Lintels

Ground designs

June 1, 2009 Feature

Suzie Mayes looks at the ground inside and outside the house, tackling permeable paving – a mandatory requirement by 2011 – and flooring systems that have a lot to offer housebuilders

Brick factors

June 1, 2009 Feature

Despite the serious downturn in housebuilding’s fortunes, Andrew Leech discovers that the traditional masonry side has kept its eye on the ball and is very well placed to move forward

Boosting skills in the downturn

June 1, 2009 Feature

When the recession ends and demand increases, it is vital that housebuilders are able to respond. Rob Lockey, training services manager at NHBC, outlines how builders can make use of the industry support on offer to ensure that they are equipped with the right skill

Trouble at dock

June 1, 2009 Feature

Five years ago Bellway needed bouncers to handle the queues at its Altamar development at SA1 on Swansea docks. As Steve Menary reports, that is not quite the case there now as plans to develop the area struggle in the present market

Countdown to zero

June 1, 2009 Feature

Last year, Housebuilder charted the progress of Miller Homes’ sustainable homes project, Miller Zero. Now, as the homes near completion and are on the market, we revisit the Pinnacle development in Basingstoke

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