AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLondon Housing Mix: City Hall is being told London needs fewer one- and two-bed flats and more family homes, after criticism that the “units not bedrooms” approach is pushing the wrong kind of development. Planning & Neighbour Impact: West Berkshire refused Pippa Middleton and James Matthews’ retrospective car park bid, saying it’s visually intrusive and urbanises an open meadow. Local Development Pressure: In Kings Norton, a Birmingham B&B plan was rejected over fears it could cause disruption and worsen parking problems. Heritage Reuse: A new steering group is exploring community options for St Mary’s Church in Brymbo, aiming to keep the Grade II-listed building in community ownership. Property Rights Reminder: A confirmed UK law update warns people could face fines for picking fruit from neighbour’s overhanging trees without permission. Construction & Safety Alarm: A Thurso resident claims unsafe asbestos removal and illegal waste burning during a nearby renovation put families at risk. Business & Property Ops: Wincanton has applied to add eight vehicles to its Daresbury operator licence, with nearby landowners invited to object.
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