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New high-end hostel for Cambridge city centre as Central Backpackers applies for planning permission

Cheffins is handling the planning application on behalf of Central Backpackers

Blackstone’s BioMed gives shot in the arm to Cambridge Life Science Park expansion

Michael Jones, Head of Commercial at Cheffins gives his reaction to the news of Blackstone's major investment into Cambridge.

Cheffins Planning team submits ‘First Homes’ application in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire

This is the first application under the government's new initiative, which was launched in April.

Only 9 days until the introduction of Use Class MA

From 1st August, properties under Use Class E can be converted to residential under PD rights.

OxCam Arc consultation launched by MHCLG

MHCLG has issued a consultation on the vision for the Spatial Framework for the OxCam Arc.

Planning permission expirations on the increase as government deadline extension expires

Claire Shannon gives guidance on the issue of planning permission expiration.

'Planning for the Future' - a White Paper

Claire Shannon, Associate at Cheffins gives us the lowdown on the Future of the Planning System in England following the report published on 10th June by HCLG.

Further changes to planning system expected following the Government’s response to ‘First Homes’ initiative

The Government issued its response last week to the initiative last week.

Class E town centre-to-residential permitted development right to come into effect in August

Announcements were made on 31st March that all of Class E can now be subject to permitted development. Cheffins analyses the impacts.

Uttlesford District Council issues Call for Sites

Contact Cheffins' Planning team to put forward sites for allocation.

Approval secured for 400 square metre extension for CambCol Laboratories

Girton Recreation Ground Pavilion to get significant extension following successful planning application