The government has announced it is widening controversial permitted development rights so developers can demolish empty buildings and replace them with new-build housing – without planning permission ...

Homes created under PDRs are also more likely to be in places with little access to green spaces, or in places with less access to public transport – compared to properties built with planning ...

The government’s scheme to allow developers to bypass the planning system when converting offices and shops has been a roaring success in boosting the number of new homes. So how come so few voices ...