Members' Insights
 

Keep up with the latest real estate insights, news and trends from The Landsite members.

 

19th September 2019
How much does an Architect cost?
Always high up on our client’s question list is – How much does an Architect cost? Before we start digging into the cold hard figures, it’s really worth setting the scene.
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19th September 2019
5 reasons why you need Bridging Vat in your funding mix
Posted by Bridging Vat Ltd
By using Bridging Vat, rather than own funds or JV partners’ funds to pay the VAT bill upon completion, Developers are able to retain capital that would otherwise be tied up with HMRC for potentially between 3 and 9 months.
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19th September 2019
VAT Bridging loans demystified
Posted by Bridging Vat Ltd
VAT bridging loans on commercial properties are a relatively new product on the market. As with all new products to market, there is an educational role to play, helping potential users understand why the product is beneficial, how it works and what is involved in applying for a loan.
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18th September 2019
Lib Dems to scrap Section 21
The Liberal Democrats have passed a motion which will scrap Section 21 'No Fault Evictions' in the private rented sector if they come to power at the next general election.
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18th September 2019
Pure Town Planning- Won on appeal: detached bungalow in Merley, Poole
Posted by Pure Town Planning
BCP Council (formerly Borough of Poole): Darryl Howells has won an appeal for a new client, for the erection of a detached bungalow in Merley. The scheme was originally designed by Anders Roberts Cheer and handled by them, but refused on grounds of alleged harm to the character and appearance of the area, harm to the intended occupiers, and harm to occupiers of the dwelling to the north of the proposed bungalow.
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18th September 2019
Investors snap-up North East industrial units in £5m deal
Knight Frank Newcastle has sold 99,310 sq. ft. of industrial property on Foxcover Distribution Park in Seaham, on behalf of Metnor Property Group - in a deal worth £5m.
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18th September 2019
Knight Frank establishes Building Services team
Joining from Cushman and Wakefield, where he was Head of Technical Services, Andy will advise clients on technical due diligence, dilapidations and exit strategy advice, refurbishment, repair and maintenance projects, development monitoring, and approval and monitoring of tenant alterations. 
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17th September 2019
GDS FoH Fund offers up to £10,000 worth of front-of-house lighting to one lucky theatre
Theatres Trust, the national advisory public body for theatres, is delighted to announce a partnership with the award-winning, specialist LED lighting manufacturer GDS to offer a new in-kind award.
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17th September 2019
Living Wall for Jubilee Hall Gym
Posted by Scotscape
This 14.5m2 living wall is located at the reception area of the Jubilee Hall Gym in Covent Garden, creating a WOW entrance area to inspire gym users and bring a little bit of nature into the heart of this Central London gym.
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17th September 2019
Pure town Planning- Approved: new dwelling on side garden in Bedhampton, Havant
Posted by Pure Town Planning
Havant Borough Council: Jess Glover is excited to announce that planning permission was unanimously approved at planning committee for the erection of a detached 3-bedroom dwelling at Queen Anne’s Drive in Havant.
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16th September 2019
HS2 and council clash over Colne Valley viaduct ‘uncertainty’
High Speed 2 Ltd (HS2 Ltd) and the Chiltern District Council & South Bucks District Council (CDC&SBDC) have clashed over the financial viability of the Colne Valley viaduct, latest HS2 board papers reveal.
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16th September 2019
Mytoor Inventories - here's what our lovely clients are saying about us ....
Posted by Mytoor Inventories
Receiving great feedabck always puts a smile on our faces! Read what our lovely clients have to say about us.. 
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