Improving the system for planning and development

Drawing on international lessons and lessons from development initiatives in the UK, this project is about looking at case studies and options for improving the planning system to encourage a more effective planning system and new development.

5 Articles

Accountable Planning - [Publications - Policy Platform, May 21, 2010]

In this edition of Policy Platform we consider what a more localised planning system should look like, and how community engagement can benefit future development.

Urban Regeneration Roundtable - [Events, Mar 18, 2008]

Dr. Leunig will present the results of the second part of his acclaimed three-part series of Localis and Policy Exchange publications on urban regeneration, Local problems, Global lessons: Evaluating International Urban Policy.

Cities Limited - [Publications, Aug 1, 2007]

There are countless programmes, schemes and policies in place which are meant to help our cities regenerate. Yet, despite all of them and despite huge amounts of money spent on urban policy, success is difficult to measure.

Better Homes, Greener Cities - [Publications, Feb 10, 2006]

A Policy Exchange report into the problems with the housing system in the UK. Sponsored by Localis in collaboration with the LGA, Joseph Rowntree Foundation and the Bernard Sunley Charitable Foundation.

Bigger, Better, Faster, More - [Publications, Jun 4, 2005]

Why some countries plan better than others

Related Local Government News Articles

6 Related Local Government News Articles

Cash incentives for localised planning - [Local Government News, Feb 22, 2010]

The Conservatives have said they would sweep away the present planning system and replace it with one based on financial rewards for localities that accept new development.

Camden introduces ‘naked’ street - [Local Government News, Nov 27, 2009]

Camden has long considered itself at the cutting edge of fashion and popular culture but now it is claiming another first. A 380-metre stretch of its High Street in North London is to become the city’s only “naked” street.

Consultation: Community Infrastructure Levy - [Local Government News, Jul 31, 2009]

This consultation seeks views from consultees on the Government's detailed proposals for the introduction of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), including draft regulations.

Planning rules eased to boost building - [Local Government News, Jun 19, 2009]

A package of measures to help boost the construction industry during the recession has been announced by new housing minister John Healey. Developers are to be given more time to start building and further flexibility to adapt building plans.

Britain's roads blighted with potholes - [Local Government News, Feb 13, 2009]

Experts predicted yesterday that the recent heavy snowfall and ice could leave councils patching up more than a million holes this year, with an estimated repair bill of £64million

New planning laws threaten village life - [Local Government News, Jan 5, 2009]

Village life is under threat with moves to relax planning laws to pave the way for the largest development of "affordable" rural homes in a generation