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Sussex seafront plot offers chance to build bespoke beach house
No house, no outdated interiors, no demolition bills – just a rare stretch of beachfront ready for someone to build their dream home
Homeowners could soon profit from local energy shares under new Local Power Plan
New government support could let people benefit financially from clean energy projects near their homes
Laura Hamilton explains why staying put and renovating could be your smartest move in 2026
Property expert and TV presenter Laura Hamilton shares her advice for homeowners who want to add value in 2026
New AI planning tool to launch this spring to speed up planning decisions
Government expands “Extract” after successful trials to cut hours of paperwork into minutes and help meet the 1.5 million homes target
Housing approvals drop 11% as planning delays place more pressure on Steve Reed
Latest housing data shows planning decisions are slowing dramatically, putting pressure on ministers to deliver 1.5 million new homes and fulfil planned reforms
Beckhams’ Cotswolds pond lighting plans face scrutiny over bat safety
Local authorities are reviewing David and Victoria Beckham’s latest plans for their Oxfordshire estate amid concerns that outdoor lighting could disrupt protected wildlife, particularly bats
One of Cornwall’s most secluded plots just got planning for three modern homes
Tucked away in a tiny rural hamlet near the south Cornish coast, this £450,000 development site comes with full planning permission for three contemporary homes, making it a rare find for self-builders
Why birds are running out of homes, and how you can help this February
As nesting sites disappear from modern developments, here’s how renovators and self-builders can design gardens that actively support Britain’s birdlife during National Nestbox Week
