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March 2, 2022

Glencar’s specialist projects division continues to flourish with £12M fit out instruction from Ikea.

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

Biggest win to date for expanding business unit specialising in refurbishment/fit-out and ‘cut and carve’ works. Glencar, a construction company that was recently ranked amongst Europe’s fastest growing businesses, has announced the award of a £12M fit out project instruction from global ready to assemble furniture, kitchen appliances and housewares

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CIAT raises serious concerns and responds to the Lords’ Committee Stages as the Building Safety Bill moves through Parliament…

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

CIAT supports the premise of taking appropriate action against those who have deliberately and knowingly specified, provided, or fitted substandard materials. However, the proposal to extend liability periods is unrealistic, unworkable, and unachievable and has the danger of potentially persecuting innocent parties without the means to defend themselves or without

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THE 7 FIGURE CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS BUILDER LIVE TWO-DAY EVENT

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

PETERBOROUGH ARENA, EAST OF ENGLAND SHOWGROUND FEBRUARY 26-27 The 7 Figure Construction Business Builder live two-day event held at the Peterborough Arena, was attended by more than 130 construction businesses from all over the UK. Hosted by CEO of Trade Mastermind and winner of BBC’s The Apprentice Joseph Valente, the event was a huge

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Legal Matters To Consider When Planning To Contruct A New Building

Nick Child March 2, 2022

1) Zoning regulations Every city and town has zoning regulations that dictate what can be built in specific areas. Unfortunately, these regulations vary widely from place to place, so it is important to consult with your local zoning board before beginning any construction project. Ellisons Solicitors is an excellent option

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Harron Homes Join Homes England’s Dynamic Purchasing System

Harron Homes Join Homes England’s Dynamic Purchasing System

Cristina Diaconu March 2, 2022

Homes England is the Government’s housing delivery agency and one of the largest vendors of residential land. Harron Homes will be joining 65 other developers, suppliers and housing associations in the new £20 billion DPS. The Delivery Partner DPS is one of Homes England’s main routes for land distribution and

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March 2, 2022

Glencar’s specialist projects division continues to flourish with £12M fit out instruction from Ikea.

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

Biggest win to date for expanding business unit specialising in refurbishment/fit-out and ‘cut and carve’ works. Glencar, a construction company that was recently ranked amongst Europe’s fastest growing businesses, has announced the award of a £12M fit out project instruction from global ready to assemble furniture, kitchen appliances and housewares company Ikea. The project will see Glencar undertake extensive racking, sprinkler and office fit-out works within Ikea’s giant new 450,000 sq ft distribution centre recently completed located at the former Littlebrook Power Station site on the south bank of the River Thames in London. The works will also include the construction of a new additional storage unit in the service yard together with the installation of a security gatehouse, vehicle ramps and fencing adaptions. Talking about the contract award and rapid expansion of this specialist division, Neil Johnstone Commercial Manager Glencar Special Projects Division said: “The new ‘Special Projects’ division was established to service the fit-out and refurbishment needs of Glencar’s existing industrial client base as well as offering the same high level of service to other market sectors.  This approach has proven successful to date, having secured a number of projects in other market sectors and establishing relationships with new clients who have not worked with Glencar previously. The award of this significant contract from Ikea on their recently completed massive new 450,000 sq ft Dartford regional distribution centre is a significant testament to that as we continue to offer our customers an end-to-end service offering. We are delighted to be working with Ikea for the first time and supporting the growth of their business across London and the South East”

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Stepnell completes BREEAM-rated ‘Very Good’ £29 million Gloucestershire retirement community

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

NATIONAL contractor Stepnell has completed works on behalf of Brio Retirement Living to design and build the £29m Beechwood Park – a 106 dwelling luxury retirement living community in Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire. The completed Beechwood Park retirement home boasts a range of one, two, and three bedroomed bungalows and apartments, each cladded in Cotswold Stone, and set against a quintessential countryside backdrop within one of UK’s most desirable market towns. Sustainable living solutions have been incorporated into the design and build, to include district heating, combined heat and power generation, and full home automation. As a result, this project has been awarded the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) ‘‘Very Good’’ standard rating and BRE HQM (Home Quality Mark) Level 3. Designed with a wide range of community facilities and communal areas, the retirement home is home to beautiful landscaped gardens, and includes an exercise trail, raised bed gardens and Brio’s brasserie and bar Slate & Grain. Furthermore, there is a purpose-built social space for recreational activities, club fitness suite, spa and lounge. A shuttle bus is also available for shopping trips and excursions. Colin Chiles, operations director at Stepnell, said: “We are delighted to open the doors to Beechwood Park, a to provide a first-class retirement living experience in the heart of the Cotswolds. “Together with Brio, we have prioritised the environmental performance of the residential community throughout every phase of planning and delivery, which has been recognised as part of the BREEAM accreditation process to achieve “Very Good” standard. This has been achieved as result of a strong collaborative effort.” To achieve the BREEAM ‘Very Good’ standard, the team demonstrated ‘best practice’ – the performance rating reserved for the top 10% of new UK non-domestic buildings. Colin continued: “This development follows a series of retirement village projects in the region, including the recently delivered £5.25m Edwardstow Court in the centre of Stow. Stepnell has quickly become recognised as a national contractor of choice for retirement developments, which has organically grown through a series of successful partnerships.” The residential units are now available with a range of buy, part-own, rent and part-rent options. Stepnell’s completion adds to a growing portfolio of care projects, which will soon include the £6.5m The Gables Care Home on Bennett Drive in Birmingham and a £4.3m refurbishment project at the Town Thorns Care Home in Rugby, with work currently underway at both sites. To find out more about Stepnell’s healthcare and retirement living expertise, visit: www.stepnell.co.uk. Join the conversation at @Stepnellltd.

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Stoford and Church Commissioners sign new site wide agreement at Exeter Logistics Park 

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

Developer to bring forward additional 500,000 sq ft sq ft of industrial/logistics accommodation Leading commercial property developer, Stoford has announced a new site wide agreement with the Church Commissioners for England that will unlock future phases of development at a job creating industrial scheme in East Devon. The agreement paves the way for the development of an additional c.500,000 sq ft of industrial/logistics accommodation at Exeter Logistics Park, Clyst Honiton.  Stoford will develop the scheme on a design and build basis, with new units made available on freehold or leasehold terms.  Exeter Logistics Park is part of the second phase of a significant industrial scheme which was opened in 2017, following the grant of outline planning, secured by the Church Commissioners.  Part of the Exeter and East Devon Growth Point economic development zone east of the M5, near Exeter Airport, the scheme will total more than 650,000 sq ft upon completion and includes improvements to the local transport infrastructure. A new access road and signalised traffic junction have been created off the B3174 London Road, making the site immediately available for further development.   Stoford has already completed construction of a new 90,000 sq ft distribution unit and a 415-space electric vehicle charging park at Exeter Logistics Park, on behalf of an international retailer.  Works are also underway on the construction of a further two new buildings, including DHL’s 54,732 sq ft parcel distribution service centre and a 28,464 sq ft warehouse that is being developed speculatively.  The new developments are characterised by strong environmental credentials, including green roof spaces, a sustainable urban drainage system, provision of solar panels and an external trim trail with outdoor gym and fitness area. They are expected to be completed this month (March 2022) and have the potential to create more than 100 new jobs.  It is estimated that Exeter Logistics Park could contribute between £90 million – £105 million to the regional economy when fully complete. Dan Gallagher, Joint Managing Director, Stoford said: “Exeter Logistics Park is an extremely well connected site with enormous potential. We are on track to deliver the two new buildings in Q1 this year and the new agreement will enable us to further develop the scheme to meet continued demand. This is a sustainable scheme that has already attracted high calibre, international occupiers. It has all of the attributes to become the South West’s leading distribution hub, south of Bristol.”  Joanna Loxton, Head of Strategic Land for the Church Commissioners for England, said: “The latest agreement builds on our already strong partnership with Stoford and will see hundreds of thousands of square feet of high-quality employment space being delivered, resulting in significant job creation locally and supporting the area’s continued growth. “We are particularly proud of Exeter Logistics Park’s sustainability credentials, which are a demonstration of our ESG commitments in action and will help support a ‘green recovery’ post-covid.” All enquiries regarding Exeter Logistics Park should be directed to the scheme’s retained agents, JLL and Cushman & Wakefield. 

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CIAT raises serious concerns and responds to the Lords’ Committee Stages as the Building Safety Bill moves through Parliament…

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

CIAT supports the premise of taking appropriate action against those who have deliberately and knowingly specified, provided, or fitted substandard materials. However, the proposal to extend liability periods is unrealistic, unworkable, and unachievable and has the danger of potentially persecuting innocent parties without the means to defend themselves or without any realistic positive outcome for the owner/occupant. Imposing a retroactive period of 30 years is a reactive addition to the Building Safety Bill and is not the solution. There may not be insurance in place, the documents may no longer exist, as the insurance and limitations periods under which these practices were operating had expired and also due to the more stringent GDPR rules, the claim would go against the contracts and certification processes as issued at the time and could be challenged through the courts, even if the practices still existed or the personnel were the same. If the claim was pursued, the practices or individuals may have no alternative but to declare themselves bankrupt which provides no resolution for any party. The narrative from Government is implying that it is aiming these measures at large manufacturers, contractors, and developers, without taking cognisance that it will in reality affect those sole practitioners and micro-SMEs (up to 10 employees) which are the majority of practices in the professional services sector. In addition to this issue, many of those firms will no longer be operating. As such, CIAT would urge the Government to continue with its original commitment to fund the remedial works as promised and aim any sanctions or pursue recovery at the right parties. Any proposed actions should be proportionate, fair and realistic. CIAT is becoming increasingly concerned by the plethora of suggested amendments to the Bill. These are changing on a daily basis, and it is hoped that common sense will prevail. In addition to the matter of extending liability periods retrospectively, it is important that those writing this legislation understand that professional service providers do not operate multi-million-pound companies and are mainly micro SMEs (up to ten) or sole practitioners. They will simply not have the capital to fund uninsured losses for remedial work that they had no influence or control over. CIAT would also suggest that the Government opens dialogue with the sector and experts who could contribute to a constructive way forward to enshrine legislation which is proportionate, fair and achievable.  CIAT will be assessing the results of the debate at Report Stage when the revised Bill is published. This is expected at some point after 2 March 2022. 

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UKREiiF SETS NEW INDUSTRY BENCHMARK ON INCLUSIVITY AND SUSTAINBILITY WITH MAJOR SOCIAL VALUE DRIVE

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

UKREiiF aims to become one of the most inclusive and sustainable events for the real estate and infrastructure industry when it launches this May in Leeds It has already started measuring social value impact using 20 key metrics covering topics such as wellbeing, environment and diversity, and will use the data to make improvements The conference is expected to welcome more than 5,000 delegates, 250 speakers and over 100 exhibitors The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), a major new conference and exhibition taking place in Leeds from 17-19 May, has embarked on an expansive social value campaign aimed at making it one of the most inclusive and sustainable events in the real estate and infrastructure industry. The three-day event, which will welcome over 5,000 delegates, 100 exhibitors, and more than 250 speakers, is centred around connecting people, places and businesses in order to accelerate the levelling up agenda and unlock sustainable, inclusive and transformational investment across the UK. The conference has been structured to provide an unprecedented platform for underrepresented groups as well as smaller organisations and businesses from diverse geographical locations. It has enabled locations such as Cornwall, Blackpool, Fife and Hull to be represented in a similar manner as London, Glasgow, Manchester and Belfast. Built Environment Networking, the organisation behind UKREiiF, is also striking numerous partnerships to further enhance the diversity and inclusiveness of the event. One such partnership is with skills and diversity initiative Regeneration Brainery where a mentoring system is being created to connect industry leading figures to potential graduates. Other partnerships include with STEER which will see students and mentors attend today, Freehold who will host an LGBT+ history tour around Leeds, RE:Women who will host an afternoon Zumba networking class and Women in Property who will run a morning networking event. The event’s environmental sustainability credentials have also been carefully considered. Firstly, the choice of host city has been made with the environment in mind. Leeds is the most central city with appropriate conferencing and exhibition facilities, which therefore minimises both the distance delegates need to travel and their carbon footprints. Moreover, UKREiiF is due to gain its ISO Events Sustainability Accreditation ahead of the event taking place. The organisers are also working with sustainable travel partner LNER, to offer discounts to UKREiiF attendees that travel by train, in addition to Club Peloton encouraging cycling as a route to Leeds whilst also raising money for charity. To ensure these efforts are maximised, UKREiiF is using software specialist Loop in order to measure social value impact across 20 metrics, which includes categories spanning wellbeing, charity, mentoring, training, diversity and sustainability. The information will play a pivotal role in shaping the event, used actively throughout so that improvements and adjustments can be made and impact optimised. The first report is due out within weeks, ahead of the event taking place. Crucially, UKREiiF is taking an iterative approach, with regular reporting meaning that the team will be able make improvements to the event’s social impact indefinitely. Keith Griffiths, Founder of Built Environment Networking, UKREiiF’s organiser, said: “UKREiiF places social value considerations at its core, so it is important that we use social value measurements to ensure it is being applied effectively and extensively.  “All forward-thinking organisations are now focused on developing robust environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies. Sometimes, however, the ‘s’ in ESG can play second fiddle to the ‘e’. While UKREiiF can boast very strong environmental credentials, we also want to lead the industry in terms of providing the very best in social impact.” Sustainability is also at the heart of UKREiiF’s awards, which take place on the evening of Tuesday 17th May. The awards feature categories specifically dedicated to celebrating pioneers in the ESG agenda, including Net Zero Hero of the Year, Social Value & Inclusive Growth Creator of the Year and Net Zero Place of the Year. The free to enter awards are now open and submissions should be submitted by March 18th. In addition to showcasing investment opportunities to investors, developers and house builders, UKREiiF’s conference agenda will address key sustainability themes, including the UK’s net zero target, social value and inclusive growth, the future of real estate and building better communities. Griffiths said: “At the heart of the show’s reason for being is improved outcomes for all people. That means promoting social value as well as environmental sustainability in real estate, as well as breaking down barriers and promoting diversity in all its forms in the real estate industry.” Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, Joanne Anderson, Mayor of Liverpool City Council, Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, and Steve Rotheram, Metro Mayor of Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, are among the keynote speakers taking centre stage at the event. The conference will also hear from other leading lights in local government, including Andrew Kerr OBE, Chief Executive of The City of Edinburgh Council, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive of Belfast City Council, Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, and Andy Street, Mayor of the West Midlands. They will be joined by Lord Grimstone, Minister for Investment at the Department for International Trade, Baroness Vere, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Transport, John Flint, Chief Executive at UK Infrastructure Bank, and Bridget Rosewell, Commissioner at the National Infrastructure Commission. The agenda is also replete with influential figures from central government and national agencies, including Nick Harris, Chief Executive of National Highways, Dr Janet Young, Chief Property Officer of the UK Government, as well as Gareth Rhys Williams, Government Chief Commercial Officer in the Cabinet Office, and Peter Denton, Chief Executive of Homes England. On the private sector side, meanwhile, speakers include Anna Devlet, Head of Social Sustainability at British Land, Lynda Shillaw, Chief Executive Officer at the Harworth Group, Katie Kopec, International Director at JLL, Jennie Coleville, Head of ESG and Sustainability at Landsec, and Jennie Daly, Group Operations Director at Taylor Wimpey. Heads of leading occupiers include Dr

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Canmoor announces another 60,000 sq ft logistics deal at Westway Park

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

Steder Group charts steady course to Renfrew Canmoor is set to welcome the Steder Group, as the latest new occupier at Westway Park in Renfrew. The global logistics service provider has signed up for 60,000 sq ft of logistics space at the newly refurbished Block D on a ten-year lease. The Scottish & Dutch-owned company, which is headquartered in Hillington, Glasgow and in Rotterdam in Holland, is relocating its UK Warehousing & Logistics Services side of the business to Renfrew from Hillington. The new unit will be used for storage and distribution functions, whilst the main freight forwarding, customs brokerage, sales, marketing and administration will remain at its Hillington HQ. Steder Group is set up to handle any logistics challenge and can offer a complete range of logistic services within a broad, worldwide network. In Scotland, this includes forwarding, air cargo, with services, including handling customs documentation for a global customer base.  The new facility in Renfrew is part of the UK arm of the business, which along with its HQ in Hillington also has bases in Aberdeen, Queenslie & Dunfermline.   Steve Logan, Managing Director of Steder Group said:                 “Quality space, connectivity and site security were the prime drivers for our move to Westway. We look forward to being fully operational with our warehousing & logistics staff, with potentially up to 20 staff at some stage this year. “Our goal is to be the one of the best complete logistics service providers in Scotland and this new facility will enable us to continue to deliver high quality and customised service to our customer base and partners, both in the UK and globally. “Steder Group in the UK was born in early 2016 in Glasgow, achieving considerable success in such a short timeline. This vital warehousing deal with Canmoor was essential to allow us to continue to grow our business in today’s hectic and challenging marketplace. “I’d like to thank Rob Large and all of the Canmoor team, along with the site marketing director for JLL, Andrew McCracken for all their help and assistance in helping us push through and conclude this deal within the timelines required to support our business requirements.” Toby Saul, Asset Manager of Canmoor added: “Since acquiring Westway in 2018, our strategy has been to invest in the existing stock, to attract top occupiers. We have committed more than £12 million to building refurbishment and infrastructure improvements across the park, including £3 million in the refurbishment of D Block. “Securing Steder Group within three months of practical completion, along with a pre-let to Agility Logistics underlines the success of our strategy, with D Block now fully-let to two best in class logistics operators “Over the course of 2021, we completed circa 425,000 sq ft in lettings and re-gears, making Westway one of the strongest industrial and distribution assets in Scotland. “We have now started the next stage of our refurbishment programme at Block J and Unit G1 with further infrastructure improvements and investment at Westway to be announced shortly.” Westway is a key strategic industrial and distribution location that offers excellent connectivity to the whole of Central Scotland, with Junction 27 of the M8 only 3 minutes drive away. It is located in the heart of the Glasgow Airport Investment area, which is one of the key City Deal projects that will benefit from £39.1m of inward investment over the next 10 years. This will deliver significant infrastructure investment to the area including a new two-lane bridge over the White Cart, directly linking Westway with the investment area and airport, which is scheduled to open later this year. Westway also benefits from having its own private dock facility on the White Cart Water which accesses the River Clyde. This provides an alternative shipping solution particularly for large products that are unsuitable for transport by road.  Andrew McCracken, Director of JLL said: “This deal underlines the demand for well-located, top quality logistics space in the Scottish market. Westway is one of the top locations in Scotland and we anticipate further positive demand for space at the park during 2022.” Canmoor’s joint agents are JLL and Colliers, with the park being managed by Knight Frank.

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How CCCL have helped train Contractors and Project Managers in the UK Construction Industry

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

From Contractors, Project Managers, Clients and Consultants, Ctori are able to provide their expertise and training to a range of companies and sectors seeking to develop their knowledge of the NEC contract or to be introduced to the contract entirely.  “The tailormade course was clear, concise and targeted. The questions from the Morgan Sindall delivery teams, who have varying levels of NEC experience, were well answered and the use of practical examples brought the subject matter to life.” says Paul Dwyer, Commercial Manager at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, about the recent training course delivered to the Morgan Sindall Infrastructure team for their works on Welsh Water’s Asset Management Plans (AMPs) Framework. The introductory course to the NEC3 ECC Contract is by far the most popular course, which is offered to clients who are either new to the NEC contract or have had limited experience using it. Both Introductory Courses to the NEC3 and NEC4 Contracts provide delegates with a total of 7 CPD points each per full-day’s training session. These course cover basic principles such as contract strategy for procurement, time, payments, early warnings and compensation events. Peter Ctori, Commercial Director at CCCL Peter Ctori, Commercial Director at CCCL says “We have been delivering our reputable NEC Training Courses for over 25 years, which has allowed us to closely assist workforces and managers in some of the most incredible projects across the UK.” The training courses are usually delivered face-to-face to a group of 6 to 14 delegates during a full day’s training, with 2 coffee breaks and a lunch break in-between. It can also be delivered online and/or broken down into half-day training sessions.  All the courses are tailored in detail to fit the project requirements of the client and provide applicable knowledge to all attending delegates.  To browse our CPD and NEC training courses, or to learn about our consultancy services, please visit us at www.ctori.com or contact us at ctori@ctori.com for any enquiries.

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THE 7 FIGURE CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS BUILDER LIVE TWO-DAY EVENT

Kenneth Booth March 2, 2022

PETERBOROUGH ARENA, EAST OF ENGLAND SHOWGROUND FEBRUARY 26-27 The 7 Figure Construction Business Builder live two-day event held at the Peterborough Arena, was attended by more than 130 construction businesses from all over the UK. Hosted by CEO of Trade Mastermind and winner of BBC’s The Apprentice Joseph Valente, the event was a huge success. There were a few regulars returning, but it was fantastic to see many new businesses attending for the first time – and vowing to return for more in the future. Guest speakers included TV’s Undercover Big Boss and philanthropist Alfie Best. Together with the founder of the popular trade website Checkatrade Kevin Byrne. Both had the audience grasped as they talked about their early lives, how they ventured into business for the first time and what motivates them to be successful in business. Both received an incredible standing ovation by all who attended. Joseph Valente inspired everyone when he took to the stage and presented for the whole of Saturday and fully explaining how construction businesses, such as plumbing & heating, electrical, landscaping and building trades, can move to the next level.  James King who runs his landscaping business in West Sussex said: “Wow! What a great weekend! I arrived home and went immediately into the office with white boards and post-it notes and started to make plans. I can’t wait to start implementing everything I’ve learned over the weekend into my business. Thank you so much Joseph Valente and the whole Trade Mastermind team!” CEO of Trade Mastermind Joseph Valente added: “Trade Mastermind has done countless training and business building events, but this was our maiden arena event, which has proved to be a huge success. Businesses from all over the UK arrived and judging by the messages I’ve received, everyone had an absolutely amazing experience, as well as learning a massive amount of knowledge to implement into their own businesses. “It was amazing to see our guest speakers Alfie Best and Kevin Byrne receiving such an incredible welcome from everyone. Their life stories so far were absolutely inspirational.  “The Peterborough Arena at the East of England Showground, proved to be the perfect location for us and located close to the A1. The parking facilities, staff and food provided throughout the weekend was outstanding. We will certainly be holding more events here in the future.” For further info on any future Trade Mastermind events please visit: www.trademastermind.co.uk or email: paul.fenech@trademastermind.co.uk

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Legal Matters To Consider When Planning To Contruct A New Building

Nick Child March 2, 2022

1) Zoning regulations Every city and town has zoning regulations that dictate what can be built in specific areas. Unfortunately, these regulations vary widely from place to place, so it is important to consult with your local zoning board before beginning any construction project. Ellisons Solicitors is an excellent option to choose when you want to hire a professional lawyer to help you through this process. Failure to comply with zoning regulations can result in hefty fines or even the demolition of your new building! Zoning regulations are put in place to ensure that buildings are constructed safely and don’t violate any existing laws. For example, you wouldn’t want a factory to be built next to a school because of the noise and air pollution it would create. Zoning regulations help prevent these types of problems by dictating where certain types of buildings can be constructed. If you’re unsure where to start, the best place to begin your research is with your local zoning board. They will be able to provide you with a list of regulations that you need to comply with. Once you have this information, you can begin the process of designing and constructing your new building! 2) Building permits To construct a new building, you will need to obtain a building permit from your local government. This document is proof that the appropriate authorities have approved the construction project, and it outlines all of the specific regulations that must be followed during construction. Building permits can take anywhere from a few days to several months to process, so it is important to start this process as soon as possible. If you fail to obtain a building permit or violate any of the conditions outlined in the permit, you may be subject to fines or even imprisonment! It’s also important to note that not all buildings require a building permit. For example, detached garages and sheds typically don’t require one. To find out whether or not your project requires a permit, you can contact your local building department or do some research online. 3) Hiring a licensed contractor Once you have obtained the necessary permits, you can begin the process of hiring a licensed contractor to help with the construction of your new building. It is important to only work with properly licensed and insured contractors. This will protect you from liability in the event that something goes wrong during the construction process. When hiring a contractor, there are many things to consider, such as their experience, price, and reputation. Be sure to get multiple bids before making a final decision. Once you have selected a contractor, be sure to sign a written contract that outlines all of the terms of your agreement! Constructing a new building is an exciting endeavour, but it’s essential to make sure that you understand all of the legalities involved before getting started. By taking the time to do your research and consult with the appropriate authorities, you can avoid costly mistakes and ensure that your project is completed successfully!

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Harron Homes Join Homes England’s Dynamic Purchasing System

Harron Homes Join Homes England’s Dynamic Purchasing System

Cristina Diaconu March 2, 2022

Homes England is the Government’s housing delivery agency and one of the largest vendors of residential land. Harron Homes will be joining 65 other developers, suppliers and housing associations in the new £20 billion DPS. The Delivery Partner DPS is one of Homes England’s main routes for land distribution and it gives house builders such as Harron Homes the ability to bid for these sites.  Other public bodies may also use the DPS to procure developers, broadening housebuilders exposure to potential projects. It also allows for potential new members to join at any time – in contrast to the previous framework which renewed every four years. “After a rigorous application process, we are delighted that Homes England have accepted us onto its exciting new DPS system,” said Nick Hague, Land Director at Harron Homes. “Being accepted enables us to work dynamically in identifying and procuring residential land. We are already planning on how to take maximum advantage of a framework that unlocks opportunities to be involved with projects which may have previously not come to our attention. The new framework means benefits are passed onto both landowners and home buyers, new homes can be built quicker.”

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