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Building the Next Generation of Planners: Why Mentoring Matters
Reflecting on nearly 20 years in the planning profession, it's incredible to think how quickly the time has flown by. Throughout my...
Bluestone Planning
Oct 11, 20243 min read


Planning Inspectorate Recommends Withdrawal of Oxford's Draft Local Plan: Why the Draft Local Plan Is Under Fire
Oxford’s housing crisis has been a long-standing issue, with demand for new homes within and beyond the city’s boundaries being driven by...
Bluestone Planning
Oct 9, 20243 min read
The Enigma of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
The Enigma of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) The concept of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is simple in theory: any development should leave...
Charlotte Cox
Oct 4, 20244 min read
Understanding the "Brownfield Passport": A Game Changer for Urban Development?
On 22nd September 2024 the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government released a policy paper titled "Planning Reform Working...
Bluestone Planning
Sep 30, 20244 min read
Kickstart Your Career with Bluestone Planning!
Are you a recent graduate eager to begin your professional journey in the built environment? At Bluestone Planning, we’re always on the...
Bluestone Planning
Sep 24, 20242 min read
A Client Case Study: When Objection Letters Work
As a planning consultancy, much of our work revolves around securing planning permissions for new buildings, extensions and changes of...
Alyssa Birum
Sep 18, 20244 min read
Legal Requirements for Environmental Impacts: A Homeowner's Guide
Before starting any construction or renovation project, it's crucial to familiarise yourself with the environmental regulations that...
Bluestone Planning
Sep 11, 20244 min read
Government Launches New Homes Accelerator to Deliver 300,000 Homes
In a bold step to tackle the UK's housing shortage, Housing Secretary Angela Rayner announced the launch of the New Homes Accelerator on...
Bluestone Planning
Sep 6, 20243 min read


Celebrating Alyssa's 2-Year Journey with Bluestone Planning
At Bluestone Planning, we believe that our success is driven by the talent, passion and dedication of our team members. Today, we’re...
Bluestone Planning
Sep 4, 20242 min read


Celebrating Success: Congratulations to Charlotte on Becoming a Chartered Town Planner!
At Bluestone Planning we believe in recognising the hard work and achievements of our incredible team members. Today, we're excited to...
Bluestone Planning
Aug 28, 20241 min read
“Our Aim is not to Build Big, but to Build Well” says Rayner in King’s Speech debate on Planning, the Green Belt and Rural Affairs
Last week, Angela Rayner, Secretary of State for the newly named Housing Communities and Local Government Ministry, delivered an address...
Bluestone Planning
Jul 25, 20243 min read
The King's Speech: New Planning and Infrastructure Bill to "get Britain building"
In the King's Speech last week, a clear message was delivered: "My Ministers will get Britain building, including through planning...
Bluestone Planning
Jul 23, 20243 min read
Rachel Reeves MP Champions Bold Planning Reform in Inaugural Speech as Chancellor
In her first major address as Chancellor of the Exchequer , Rachel Reeves MP outlined her party’s vision for revitalising the UK’s...
Bluestone Planning
Jul 9, 20243 min read
Election Special: Political Parties 'Planifestos'
As the general election on July 4th approaches, the political landscape is abuzz with promises and policies. For those of us in the...
Bluestone Planning
Jun 28, 20244 min read


Marking Milestones: Celebrating Three Years at Bluestone Planning!
We are thrilled to announce that Lyana Powlesland is approaching her three year work anniversary with Bluestone Planning, having been...
Bluestone Planning
Jun 26, 20241 min read
Right Homes, Right Place, Right Price Charter to Transform the Planning System, Says Adrian Ramsay
The UK is currently grappling with an escalating housing crisis that has left over a million households on council waiting lists....
Bluestone Planning
Jun 19, 20244 min read
Labour Pledges to Publish List of Town Sites and Projects Within 12 Months of Gaining Power, Reveals Rayner
Labour plans to introduce an expert taskforce to select sites and produce a list of projects that will be announced within the first 12...
Bluestone Planning
Jun 10, 20243 min read


Last Day to Comment on Noak Bridge Neighbourhood Plan!
Noak Bridge Parish have been running their Pre-Submission Consultation on their Draft Neighbourhood Plan. today, 20th November is the...
Bluestone Planning
Nov 20, 20231 min read
Gold Medal winning project - Greyfriars Church Reading in the National Building & Construction Award
We are delighted to share that we have been associated with the Gold Medal winning project at Greyfriars Church Reading in the National...
Jeremy Flawn
Jan 14, 20231 min read


3D Modelling to help envision a new home
Pleased to share this recent work of a visualisation for our clients barn conversion to aid in its resale. Using 3D modelling and editing...
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Jul 15, 20221 min read
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