October 2016 Leicestershire Builder Online by Michael Wilkinson

David Wilson staff team up for Coalville Colour Run

Measham site with consent for 8 units

HOWKINS & HARRISON are offering for sale a site with planning permission to develop 5 new build residential dwellings and a public house with permission to for 3 dwellings. STAFF AT David Wilson Homes East Midlands have teamed up to run the Coalville Colour Run in support of charity. The five star housebuilder not only showed its support for the local event by taking part and getting colourful, but they also generously part-sponsored the event. Their team was made up of five colleagues, including the division’s Managing Director John Reddington, plus 13 of their family members. David Wilson Homes, which has two popular developments in Coalville – Abbots View and Stenson’s Quarter – were delighted to be sponsoring the event and supporting the charity chosen by the event, Living Without Abuse (LWA). This was the first time the event had ever come to Coalville and saw hundreds of people splashed with different coloured paints as they ran through the four ‘colour stations’. The David Wilson Homes East Midlands team was made up of Managing Director John Reddington, and his four children, Surveying Administrator Abbey Pearson with her two children, Marketing Manager Terry Gilmartin, with two family members, Accounts Assistant Susan Camp and Sarah Gimson, Receptionist, with four members of family and friends. People of all ages were seen taking part in the event whether they ran, jogged or walked around the 5.71km route.

The property - The New Swan Inn & Development Land to the Rear of 107 High Street, Measham, Near Swadlincote DE12 7JB - comprises approximately 0.49 of an acre of flat and level land, with access to High Street, Measham. Three planning consents have been obtained from North West Leicestershire District Council, and the following references apply: 14/00633/FUL (dated 1st April 2015), 16/00879/NMA (dated 18th August 2016) and 16/00326/FUL (dated 3rd August 2016). Details can be found by visiting www.nwleics.gov.uk The property is being offered for sale by Private Treaty. Guide Price: £500,000-£600,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact Howkins & Harrison on 01827 721380.

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Local Property Consultants Pledge Long-Term Support for Rugby Club

Leicester Cathedral signals first steps towards £11.3m project LEICESTER Cathedral has submitted an application to the Heritage Lottery Fund in support of its ambitious project Leicester Cathedral Revealed.

LEICESTERSHIRE-BASED property consultants TMDP Group has signed a three year sponsorship deal that will see the architectural design and construction organisation provide longterm backing for Leicester Lions RFC based in Blaby. TMDP Group, which incorporates architectural design and property management consultancy TMDP LLP and construction and project management company TMDP Special Projects, has pledged its support to the North League 2, amateur rugby club to the tune of £60,000. The sponsorship package, which will go towards the club’s first and second teams newly designed home and away playing kit, wet and dry training kit, after-match wear, coaches equipment and club expenses, will enable the Leicester Lions to focus solely on its teams and players without the long-term financial burdens that plague many amateur sports clubs. The new TMDP logoed kit, produced by Zoo Sport, was revealed recently with a helping hand from Leicester Tigers and England rugby legend Martin Johnson, who has a long association with the club.

SUPPORT: (L-R) Martin Johnson, Scott Moore, Managing Partner, TMDP Group, Melvyn Wright, Chair Leicester Lion Scott Moore, Group Managing Partner TMDP said: “We are very excited about our new sponsorship deal and our association with Leicester Lions RFC. “Local rugby is the lifeblood of the sport and as life-long rugby fans we are only too pleased to throw our support behind the team and offer them some financial stability for the next three years. The drive and motivation of Leicester Lions is reflective of our own organisation and we’re really looking forward to watching this ambitious club flourish with TMDP Group blazoned across their chests. Leicester Lions RFC works closely with Leicester Tigers development team, providing opportunities for young Tigers’ players to benefit from regular first team play with the club. For further details on any of the companies within the TMDP Group contact 0116 2812939 or visit www. themdp.co.uk or www.themdpsp. co.uk For further details on Leicester Lions RFC visit http://www. leicesterlionsrfc.com/

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This project will put the cathedral building back into good order, celebrate its Victorian and Arts & Crafts heritage and create new exhibition, learning and engagement spaces. Dean of Leicester, David Monteith said: ‘This is a project that will reorder the cathedral into a comfortable and inspirational place of worship and mission. It will also restore and celebrate the heritage of the cathedral site which dates back to the Roman times, although the current building is largely the product of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. These were times of great change, helping to shape the city into the socially-conscious, diverse and multi-cultural place it is today. We want to celebrate all of that and to open up the cathedral’s rich history to even more visitors and pilgrims, from within Leicestershire and from further afield.’ The Cathedral has assembled an impressive team to deliver the project. The architects are Van Heyningen and Haward, and the project director is Revd Pete Hobson, both repeating their roles on the reinterment of King Richard III. The fundraising board is chaired by Gordon Arthur, former High Sheriff of Leicestershire. The Cathedral will hear at the end of November whether it has been successful with the Heritage Lottery Fund application and can proceed with developing and finalising its exciting plans.

Redevelopment opportunity in Kegworth LAMBERT SMITH HAMPTON are offering for sale a purpose-built care home facility which is suitable for a range of uses, subject to planning. The property - Mill Lodge, Mill Lane, Kegworth, DE74 2EJ - comprises a single storey purpose-built in patient mental health property constructed in 1988. The building is laid out over 4 main wings with 37 en suite bedrooms each with direct access onto garden areas, dining and lounge facilities, plus a range of admin and clinical support rooms. There is an additional linked modular office unit and undercroft basement. The main building has a floor area of 19,429 sq.feet. The modular office building measures 323 sq.feet. The external stores and generator room measure 549 sq.feet. The site area is 0.71 hectares. Offers in the region of £1.75 million are invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Jane Taylor at Lambert Smith Hampton on 0116 255 2694 or mobile 07711 484874 or email: jtaylor@lsh.co.uk

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‘Business as usual’ for two thirds of SME house builders, says FMB

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TWO THIRDS of SME house builders are yet to see any significant changes to their project pipelines in the wake of Brexit, new research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has revealed. The survey - which is the first to be conducted among SME house builders since the EU referendum - found that 69% of firms are yet to see any changes to their businesses resulting from the referendum. Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “SME house builders are crucial to achieving the Government’s ambition to build one million homes by 2020, so Ministers will no doubt be bolstered by these initial post-Brexit findings. Despite some fears that the referendum result might put new projects on hold, the overwhelming majority of SME house builders are reporting that no decisions have yet been influenced by the referendum result. This matches the view expressed by many small construction firms that so far, the market appears to suggest that it’s ‘business as usual’. Only one quarter of small house builders have seen any negative effect on their projects from the Brexit decision, and most of these are the result of delayed decisions rather than actual project cancellations.” Berry continued: “Brexit aside, we should not paint an overly rosy picture of the situation facing SME house builders. The barriers to building that existed prior to the referendum are still hindering delivery, and as the housing crisis continues to be a pressing concern, the need to empower smaller developers must be a priority for May’s Government. To this end, it’s worth noting that more than half of SME house builders state that the removal of unnecessary red tape should be the most important consideration for the new Government as they begin to negotiate the UK’s exit from the EU.” Berry concluded: “More than one fifth of SME house builders are demanding that the Government finds a way of ensuring a sufficient number of skilled tradespeople from the EU are still able to enter the UK. The Prime Minister insists that freedom of movement is now over and if this is not likely to be replaced by a points-based system - as reported this week - crucial sectors like the construction industry must be reassured that whatever system does replace it, it is flexible enough to respond to our needs. Otherwise, the construction skills shortage will be exacerbated and ultimately, it will become a major barrier to delivering the housing and infrastructure projects we so desperately need.”

NHBC awards builders for contribution to high quality homes in the East ON FRIDAY 16 September 2016, nearly 600 leading figures in the East’s house building industry gathered at NHBC’s 36th Pride in the Job Regional Awards ceremony held at Athena, Leicester. Regional award winners Henry Patecki from David Wilson Homes East Midlands (Large category), Peter Le Moel from Campbell Buchanan Fine Homes (Medium category), Tom Hill from Hill (Multi-storey category) and Derek Ratcliffe from Landex Ltd (Small category), were selected from more than 16,000 UK site managers, and were recognised for their contribution to the provision of high quality new homes. A further nine site managers from the region were awarded Seals of Excellence. The Regional award winners will now go on to compete for the Supreme Awards to be announced in January 2017. Known as ‘the Oscars of the House Building Industry’, winning an award is an exceptional achievement and for 36 years NHBC, the UK’s leading new home warranty provider, has been rewarding the best site managers in the UK delivering the high quality homes the country needs. For the full list of winners please visit: www.nhbc.co.uk/prideinthejob.

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HOUSEBUILDER, William Davis has taken nine new apprentices on to its awardwinning training scheme. Joining the Loughborough-based company are bricklayers, Callum Gamble and Max Harrington; joiners, Daniel Axten and Joshua Wallis; plumbers, Jacob Keogh and Isaac Harper; electricians, Sam Hubbard and Joe Hill; and quantity surveyor, Lewis Ingram. Each of the new recruits will undertake a three or four year apprenticeship to achieve an NVQ Level 3 or HNC with on-site training being supported by academic studies at Leicester College or Loughborough College. William Davis has been operating its apprenticeship scheme for over 60 years, and has been recognised by the National Apprenticeship Service, NFB, CIOB and CITB

William Davis site manager, Simon Smith at Grange Park, Loughborough with the 2016 apprentice intake. (L-R) Jacob Keogh, Max Harrington, Joshua Wallis, Callum Gamble, Daniel Axten, Sam Hubbard, Joe Hill, Isaac Harper and Lewis Ingram. for its commitment to delivering successful apprenticeships. Including this latest intake, the company currently employs 35 apprentices. Following completion of their induction, which included learning about the construction industry, site health and safety procedures, equipment and tools, the new apprentices are all now working with their mentors on the company’s sites across the Midlands.

Workshop and land for sale in Belton: £130k SHOULER & Son are offering for sale a substantially built detached 626 sq.ft. workshop with adjoining land amounting to approximately 600 sq.yards. The property - Highfields Barn, Rempstone Road, Near Shepshed, Leics. LE12 9AX - would make ideal hobby premises, private storage for classic cars or agricultural equipment. The Guide Price is £130,000. For more information, contact Shoulers on 01664 410166 or visit the website at www.shoulers.co.uk

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Fresh guidance for house House Hunters Bowled Over By Cricketers Green! builders on underfloor heating NEW GUIDANCE outlining best practice for the installation of underfloor heating has been issued by the NHBC Foundation. The number of new homes with underfloor heating has increased in recent years because it helps free up wall space and can have energy efficiency advantages. Underfloor heating can also be particularly well suited to retirement housing, where there is a need to maintain constant warm temperatures. However, this is a relatively unfamiliar technology with a range of potential risks. For example, the pipework is concealed, so there is risk of damage from subsequent building work or drilling into the floor should the builder not have accurate information on the layout of the system. Also, installation is often undertaken before the residents’ final furniture layout and preferences for carpets or rugs, have been decided, which might result in restricted heat transfer. Underfloor heating: a guide for house builders sets out a number of recommendations to make sure underfloor heating is as effective as possible. These range from making sure pipework distribution is properly planned to maintain an even temperature across each room, to recommending that installation takes place after external windows and doors have been fitted and once the home is watertight to mitigate the risk of frost damage. Neil Smith, Head of Research and Innovation at NHBC, said: “Underfloor heating systems offer many advantages in new homes, including improved aesthetics and comfort levels. It also has a part to play in improving energy efficiency, provided the system is correctly designed and installed and set to operate properly. “This best practice guidance is aimed at helping smaller companies in particular to get things right and ensure that systems deliver all of their advantages in practice whilst avoiding potential problems. We are grateful to the building services industry experts at BSRIA for their support in the development of this guide.”

AWARD-WINNING Loughborough house builder, William Davis has launched its latest development in the town, known as Cricketers Green.

Situated in a prime location in the heart of Loughborough, Cricketers Green is a bespoke development of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes together with 2 bedroom apartments. A four bedroom Medway view home sits proudly on the entrance and was unveiled recently as part of an open weekend. Sales consultant, Heath Butlin said: “There’s been a good level of interest so far at Cricketers Green, The four bedroom, detached Medway particularly with young view home at the entrance to couples and first time Cricketers Green, Loughborough. buyers looking to take their first steps on the property ladder. What’s surprised some of our visitors is the variety of three and four bedroom homes we have available, which are ideal for those who need more space yet still want to be close to the thriving town centre and all its amenities.” A detached, traditionally built home, the Medway features an open plan kitchen/diner, family room, separate lounge with French doors to rear garden, master bedroom with en-suite, family bathroom and double garage.

Residential development opportunity in Leicester FHP are offering for sale a residential development opportunity with approval granted for change of use from offices to 65 residential apartments. The property - Equinox, Burleys Way, Leicester LE1 3BE - is adjoining the prominent landmark building known as ‘Horizon’ and comprises a three-storey office building extending to 42,000 sq.feet net. The building ofers high specification, large open-plan floor plates over three floors, with a communal entrance on the ground floor. There are two lifts. The open-plan rectangular floor plate enables the building to be converted to residential apartments with relative ease. The property has secure underground car parking for 39 vehicles, which is served off Thames Street. The vacant office building was granted Prior Approval on 9th February 2016 for change of use of ground, first and second floors from offices to 63 apartments. Planning permission has since been obtained for a further 2 apartments on the ground floor. The agents also believe that there is potential to have additional floors built on the roof to increase the number of apartments, subject to planning. Their client has had plans drawn up on this basis to include 7 further units, which would give a total of 72 apartments. Consent has already been granted for new windows and external facade alterations. The property is being offered for sale by Private Treaty. Unconditional offers in excess of £2 million are invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact FHP on 0115 950 7577 (email: phil@fhp.co.uk).

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New recruits Ella and Travis Flawed house building to strengthen local surveyor figures ‘lose’ a town the size of Stevenage every year THE GOVERNMENT’S most publicised measure of house building excludes around a fifth of all new build completions every year, a report released today reveals.

TWO KEEN surveyors who have recently graduated from university have been taken on by leading Leicestershire commercial and development agents Mather Jamie. Ella Darby and Travis White are the latest recruits to the Loughborough-based Chartered Surveyors, and for the both of them it is their first foray into the world of full-time employment. Travis White and Ella Darby outside Mather Jamie’s newly expanded Head Office in Loughborough The appointments are part of the firm’s continuing expansion plans for 2016, which is the company’s 25th anniversary. The pair will be assisting their respective teams in delivering excellent service to new and existing clients around the East Midlands. Assistant Land Agent Ella, 22, originally from West Sussex but now based in Loughborough, said; “I was recommended to go into chartered surveying by family friends, and I believe I’ve made the right decision. No two days are the same and I’m learning all the time, while getting out and about in the countryside and meeting clients.” Graduate Surveyor Travis, 23, originally from Nottingham, said; “I’ve only been here a few weeks, but I can already tell it’s a good firm to work for. I didn’t want to be working in a place where I was just a number, and the personable feel of the team and their relationship with clients really shines through.” Alex Reid, Director of Mather Jamie, said; “Travis and Ella are the type of enthusiastic graduates we’ve been looking for to strengthen our commercial and land teams. Their employment is part of our ongoing commitment to client service and ensuring we have appropriate staffing levels.”

Site for a pair of semis in Burton on Trent SDL Graham Penny are offering for sale BY AUCTION a development site with planning consent for a pair of threebed semi-detached houses. The land - at Park Street, Burton on Trent, DE14 3SW - is being offered with a Guide Price of £58,000+ The site is located within an area of the town centre which is predominantly in residential use. Planning permission was granted on 16/05/2016 for the erection of one pair of semi-detached dwellings under application number P/2015/01451 a copy of which is available from the auctioneer on request. Further enquiries can be made of East Staffordshire Borough council Planning Department on 01283-508000. For Sale by auction on Thursday 20th October 2016 at Derby County Football Club, iPro Stadium, Derby, commencing at 11:30am For more information, contact the auctioneers on 01332 242880.

The HBF’s Ghost towns report shows how flawed methodology and poor returns from Local Authorities mean around 30,000 new builds are not counted in the official numbers. Analysis shows that the ill-termed ‘House Building Statistics’, released on a quarterly and annual basis by the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) underreport new build completions in 75% of Local Authorities with an average of 153 new homes ‘lost’ in each of those areas. More than half of new build homes in areas such as Birmingham, Liverpool, Leicester, Salford and many London Boroughs are completely unaccounted for in the quarterly series. As a result, a town equivalent to the size of Stevenage is being ‘lost’ every year, or, over the course of a Parliament, in which Government is targeting a million homes, a city larger than Nottingham, Coventry or Newcastle simply vanishes. The confusingly named ‘Net Supply of Housing ‘data series, which is only published once a year and is drawn from more reliable sources more closely linked to the numbers Local Authorities use for determining their Council Tax Base show that more than 181,000 homes were added to the housing stock in 2014/15 – the last numbers available – of which 155,000 were new build, up 20% year on year. At a time when the house building industry is rapidly increasing output, largely as a result of some significant Government policy successes the shortfall is presenting industry and Government critics, and those opposed to development generally, with ammunition to criticise. Stewart Baseley, executive chairman of the Home Builders Federation said: “Housebuilding has increased significantly in recent years but the continual publication and use of inaccurate statistics is painting a negative picture that is undermining the progress being made in tackling the housing shortage. The Government’s housing policies and the industry are delivering, and it is incredibly frustrating that official statistics are not reflecting what is happening on the ground but instead presenting an open goal for critics.” The published data excluded: • At least 75% the London Boroughs of Brent, Wandsworth, Hammersmith and Fulham and Kensington & Chelsea, • 1,280 new homes in Birmingham (two-thirds of all new build completions) • 920 new homes in Liverpool (63% of all new build completions) • 640 new homes in Salford (half of all new build completions) • 570 new homes in Leicester (6 out of 10 new build completions) • 570 new homes in Sheffield (40% of all new build completions) • 400 new homes in Chester West & Chester (29% of all new build completions) The report also puts forward additional reliable indicators of housing delivery, including the official Council Tax Base statistics, counting net additional homes at a later point in the year than that covered by the Net Supply statistics, and the issuance of Energy Performance Certificates for new build properties. Both report that construction levels vastly outstripping the wildly inaccurate ‘House Building Statistics’.

Single building plot in Rothwell BERRYS are offering for sale a single building plot with planning permission (ref: KET/2015/0350 dated 12th May 2015) for one single storey dwelling with parking. The plot - at the rear of 101 Rushton Road, Rothwell, Northants. NN14 6HG - is currently used as an orchard. It is tucked away and has the potential to be private, within walking distance of the town centre. For sale by Private Treaty - for more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Berrys on 01536 517777 or email: kettering@berrysuk.com

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THE UNIVERSITY of Leicester’s conference and training venue College Court has taken pride of place in a prestigious regional awards dinner. The £17.5 million facility has already won a clutch of accolades – the latest coming from the East Midlands Chamber Awards. College Court, in Knighton, was selected as winner of Business Improvement through Technology and finalist for Excellence in Customer Service. Since opening in October 2013 College Court has generated sales of £6.5 million. With the combined offer of College Court, Stamford Court and the broader portfolio, annual sales for the next financial year will be in excess of £4.5 million. All profits feed directly into the University.

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Contract Manager joins Rutland County Homes ESTABLISHED property development company Rutland County Homes Ltd who are based in Collyweston welcomes Contract Manager Jason Whittlestone. Jason has gained a vast knowledge of the construction industry over the last 14 years to include health and safety, trade management, project planning, waste control and team leadership. Jason is passionate about the construction industry and has excellent organisational and negotiation skills, attributes necessary for the continued growth of the company. Andy Winterton, Director said “We are very pleased to have Jason on board, it will enable us time to seek out new development opportunities both locally and further afield. This new role reflects our strong growth ambitions for 2017 and beyond”

Land for sale in Nottinghamshire BENTONS Estate Agents are offering for sale a building plot with planning permission (ref: 15/02644/FUL) for a five-bed detached property. The land - at Sutton Lane, Elton on the Hill, Nottinghamshire - has outstanding views to the rear. The house will have approximately 3970 sq.feet of accommodation, The Guide Price is £325,000. For more information, contact Bentons on 01664 563892 or email: sales@ bentons.co.uk

BOOSTING the quality and quantity of apprenticeships through construction SMEs will be the key focus of the new National President of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Gary Lewis was elected National President of the FMB, the UK’s largest construction trade association, on Saturday 10th September at the National AGM and Conference in Newport, Wales. Gary Lewis, National President of the FMB, said: “I’ve always been extremely passionate about passing on my knowledge to the next generation and ensuring that we have enough skilled workers in the construction sector. My own firm is one of the many thousands of SMEs that provides broad-skilled apprenticeships. Indeed, two-thirds of all construction apprentices are trained by SME firms like mine. FMB members are already playing a pivotal role in improving the quality of apprenticeships through the development of two new Trailblazer standards in bricklaying and plastering. However, root and branch changes to apprenticeship policy are on the horizon with the implementation of the new Government Apprenticeship Levy and the corresponding reforms to the CITB levy. These fundamental changes could make or break the quality and quantity of apprenticeship training and therefore it’s vital that the FMB ensures that the new system works for smaller firms. If it doesn’t, we could risk exacerbating the construction skills crisis.” Lewis concluded: “As the FMB celebrates its 75th year, it’s an enormous privilege to play my part in the leadership of an organisation that stands for quality and professionalism in the building industry. In recent years, the FMB has made great strides forward in terms of introducing independent inspections and ensuring that membership really means something. However, there’s more we can do in terms of ensuring the wider public know and understand why they should work with a Master Builder.” At the National AGM and Conference, Arthur McArdle was elected as the FMB’s new National Vice-President and Dave Bentley, the former FMB National President, will now serve as the Immediate Past President.

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Builders’ Problems SOLVED

Partial possession by the client Problem: My building

company recently constructed 3 warehouses for a client. We have previously worked for the client on a few other projects, and he is a speculative developer. On this particular project, he found a tenant for one of warehouses very quickly and we were under pressure to meet the contract date for completion (there was only one date for the completion of the whole of the project). Unfortunately, the project was delayed and we could not meet the original completion date. However, the tenant that was found was allowed to move in early in order to commence its own installation of equipment etc, and we were subsequently allowed by the tenant to visit the warehouse and complete our own outstanding work and make good the defects. However, we are now arguing with our client over practical completion. Our client is stating that the works as a whole will receive a single date certifying when practical completion was achieved. We are arguing that the warehouse that was occupied early by the tenant should be subject to a separate date for completion. Who is correct?

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You have not provided any details about the form of contract that the project was administered under, or provided any information about the terms relating to completion, so my advice must be considered as being of a generalistic view. What has happened is that your client (the employer under the contract), has taken partial possession of the works, and hence that part of the works (“the Relevant Part”), which in your case is one of the warehouses, is deemed to have achieved practical completion and thus it will have the same consequences as where full possession has taken place insofar that the Relevant Part your obligations are at an end and: • Defects liability begins on the Relevant Part. • The licence for the exclusive possession for your building company ceases on the Relevant Part. • The employer regains exclusive possession of the Relevant Part. • Any responsibility for your building company to insure the works for the Relevant Part ceases. Regarding finishing off the outstanding work and make good the defects, the tenant has granted to you a sub-licence to re-enter the premises for these purpose, and nothing else. I would also add that any defects not brought to your attention prior to the date of partial possession, would need to be latent defects for you to be liable, as by evidence of the possession, the client is deemed to have accepted the standard of the work and could not claim for any defects that are patent. © Michael P. Gerard October 2016 The advice provided is intended to be of a general guide only and should not be viewed as providing a definitive legal analysis.

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Michael is a Solicitor, Chartered Builder, Registered Construction Adjudicator & Accredited Expert in quantum and planning matters. He is Managing Director of Michael Gerard & Co., and a Partner with Cato Solicitors.

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New development planned for Vedonis site in Lutterworth LEICESTERSHIRE-BASED housebuilder Westleigh has unveiled plans to construct a new development on a disused former industrial site in Lutterworth. The site, off Gilmorton Road, was previously home to the Vedonis hosiery works. It will be transformed into a development known as Spencer Place, offering two, three and four bedroom properties. These homes will be available through the government-backed Help to Buy initiative with as little as a 5% deposit and just 75% mortgage, offering a range of options for firsttime buyers and growing families. Work on the project is anticipated to begin this Autumn, with the first new homes expected to become available around Summer 2017. Robert Orr, Sales and Marketing Manager at Westleigh, commented, “We are thrilled to announce these plans and this development will breathe fresh life into an area which has been disused for some time. “Lutterworth offers superb facilities for a town of its size and provides everything a growing family needs, whilst its excellent transport links make it a prime location for those looking to commute to work in Leicester or further afield.” Situated on the eastern edge of Lutterworth, but only a few hundred metres away from the town centre, the new development is less than a mile from junction 20 of the M1. Commuters can also be on the M6 within 10 minutes of leaving home. The town of Lutterworth itself offers a variety of shops, pubs, restaurants, boasts both primary and secondary schools, and provides amenities including a sports centre and a hospital.

Site at Former Leicester City Football Ground KNIGHT FRANK are inviting offers in excess of £3.5 million for land at the former Leicester City football ground in Leicester. Development to the area has so far included a student development that is owned and operated by Unite to the north of the development. Within the immediate area of the site there is residential to the north and east, with the Grand Union Canal and River Soar to the west. The new Leicester City Football Stadium lies to the south. The site has an implemented planning permission for 242 apartments, 242 undercroft / basement car parking spaces, 10 town houses and 43 affordable apartments. Further details can be found on the Leicester City Council website using planning application number 20021703. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Knight Frank on 0121 200 2220 (email: will.jordan@knightfrank.com)

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Show home at Hallcroft Grange to spark the imagination of buyers PROPERTY developer Westleigh has opened the doors to an elegant show home at its brand new development in Countesthorpe, which will give potential homebuyers a chance to envisage how their new home could look. The first phase of construction at the Hallcroft Grange development, off Hallcroft Avenue, is well underway and there has already been high demand from buyers, with more than half of the 17 homes initially made available in the first phase now reserved. In addition to new homes, the development has also brought investment to the area. Westleigh has contributed £380,000 as part of its planning agreements with Blaby District Council, to help fund public transportation and education in the area as well as supporting open spaces for the community, library services and other costs. The Hallcroft Grange development is located on the edge of Countesthorpe, with easy access to the M1, M69 and A5. It is within walking distance of shops, restaurants and pubs, and the village offers both primary and secondary schools, while Leicester city centre is only six miles away. Currently available are a range of two, three and four bedroom homes, all available with a government-backed Help to Buy equity loan. Prices start from £175,950, or just £140,760 at the 80% Help to Buy price.

Tenders invited for Burton Lazars semi requiring modernisation SHOULER & SON are seeking best and final offers for a mature semi-detached house standing on a large elevated plot in the heart of a sought-after village. The three-bed property - Hope Villa, 13 New Road, Burton Lazars, Leicestershire LE14 2UU - is in need of complete modernisation. It has mature gardens to front, side and rear and a gated driveway giving off-road parking for several cars. Best and final offers are required by 12 noon on Friday 7th October 2016. The Guide Price is £175,000, and there is no chain. For more information, contact Shoulers on 01664 410166 or visit the website at www.shoulers.co.uk

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ECA TOOLFAST SCORES FOR LOCAL CHARITY AS PART of the Scruffs ‘Masters at Work. Masters of Workwear’ UK tour, visitors to ECA Toolfast on Wednesday 21st September were invited to try their hand at the ‘Top of Your Game’ football challenge, where tradespeople were given the chance to score a goal into a cement mixer!

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For each ball booted into the mixer, Scruffs made a donation to the Friends of Chernobyl Children charity. Tradesmen taking part on the day competed to win a football shirt of their choice, a pair of Scruffs GORE-TEX® boots, and to be entered into a random prize draw to win a £250 Scruffs voucher. The person who scored the most goals on the day went into the running for the title of ultimate tour champion, who will receive £1,000 in cash, with the runners up also receiving a 50-inch screen TV and £250 worth of Scruffs vouchers. The ‘Masters at Work. Masters of Workwear’ tour kicked off on September 8th and is spanning the whole of the UK from Inverness to Portsmouth. The highlight of each roadshow event is a virtual reality trip to the top of the Severn Bridge. Tradespeople are invited to test their nerve on a job like no other, in a stunning hi-tech simulation created by Scruffs Workwear. Gary Baines of ECA Toolfast said: “When it was announced that Scruffs had selected us as one of only 15 Super Dealers across the UK, we wanted to make sure that we celebrated a charity with an event that raised much needed cash for a cause close to our hearts. “My wife and I have been supporters of Friends of Chernobyl Children for many years now and we wanted to make sure our donations went to this very worthy cause. “We’re big supporters of Scruffs and our customers couldn’t wait to kick off the charity challenge.”

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SDL Auctions shortlisted for property ‘Oscars’ SDL AUCTIONS, comprising SDL Graham Penny in the East Midlands and SDL Bigwood in the West Midlands, has been shortlisted in the prestigious property industry Negotiator Awards 2016. Lining up against national competitors, SDL Auctions is hoping to take the spoils in the Auction House of the Year category at the glamorous black-tie gala dinner at the London Hilton on Park Lane on 1st November The Negotiator Awards identify, reward and celebrate industry excellence and promote best practice within the residential property market. The awards ceremony takes place at the London Hilton on Tuesday 1st November and will be presented by comedian Ed Byrne. SDL Group has already achieved success at the Negotiator Awards having secured the bronze, silver and gold awards in the Auction House of the year category over the past three years. The release of the Negotiator Awards shortlist comes only a week before SDL Graham Penny auction negotiator Sam Rashid (pictured) takes to the rostrum as a shortlisted contestant in the NAVA Novice Auctioneer of the Year competition. Sam commented: “I’m thrilled to be shortlisted in the Auctioneer of the Year competition and am hoping to make it a hat trick for SDL Graham Penny as our manging director Andrew Parker and operations manager Abigail Selwood have previously taken home the Rosebowl trophy.” The NAVA Novice Auctioneer of the Year competition takes place on Wednesday 5th October at the Oxford Belfry where Sam will be competing against 11 other auction professionals across several industries including property, agriculture, wine and antiques. Formerly known as Graham Penny Auctions and CP Bigwood the businesses were acquired by the SDL Group in early 2016.

New recruit Major new programme launched to help councils for Innes England build more homes THE HOUSING & Finance Institute (HFI), in collaboration with Local Partnerships, has launched a major new programme to help councils build more homes. The programme, called ‘Housing Business Together’, will sit within HFI’s flagship Housing Business Ready scheme, both of which are designed to help accelerate housebuilding in the UK. The national Housing Business Together programme will be delivered to councils across the country and assist them with their housing strategy. Council leadership and senior council officers will work with the HFI team to carry out an intensive strategy assessment, using shared tools and techniques to improve delivery. The Housing & Finance Institute has already worked with over 30 councils on the HBR programme to help them to better assess, monitor and build the homes needed to sustain and develop their communities. Chief Executive of the HFi Natalie Elphicke OBE said: “The HFI is delighted to be working with Local Partnerships to jointly deliver the Housing Business Together programme. The programme aims to give councils support and strategic clarity in their growth and housing agendas. By helping local government devise a more effective housing strategy that collaborates closely with the private sector, we will continue to deliver the homes that we need across the country.” Chief Executive Officer of Local Partnerships, Sean Hanson commented: “The UK faces major challenges to deliver the housing that is needed for the future. Most of the councils we currently support are becoming more actively involved in housing delivery, with many considering implementing housing delivery vehicles of one form or another. Local Partnerships and HFI are currently developing a support package that will take local authorities through the process as well as including guidance and common templates. The ‘Housing Business Together’ programme is a logical extension of the Housing Business Ready scheme and Local Partnerships is delighted to support HFI with this programme” The Housing Business Ready brochure 2016, which sets out how the programme works, is now available to download on the HFI website.

David Wilson Homes Successfully Sold Out At Vale View Development DAVID WILSON Homes has successfully sold its remaining properties at its Vale View development on Hilary Bevins Close in Higham on the Hill, near Nuneaton. Jason Hearn, Sales Director at David Wilson Homes East Midlands, said: “Vale View is an incredibly popular development and we’re delighted to see it’s been such a hit with homebuyers.” Since opening the site 19 months ago, David Wilson Homes East Midlands has managed to sell all of its 44 homes on the popular site.

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UK construction sector moves closer to stabilisation in August

• Business activity falls only marginally • Renewed rise in employment numbers • Input cost inflation accelerates to its fastest since July 2011 UK CONSTRUCTION companies indicated a sustained reduction in business activity during August, but the pace of decline was only marginal and much softer than the sevenyear record seen during July. New order volumes also moved closer to stabilisation, with the latest reduction the least marked since May. This contributed to a renewed rise in staffing levels across the construction sector and a rebound in business expectations for the next 12 months. However, latest data indicated a further steep acceleration in input cost inflation. Purchasing prices rose at the fastest pace for just over five years amid reports that exchange rate depreciation had acted as a catalyst for increased charges among suppliers of construction materials. At 49.2 in August, the seasonally adjusted Markit/CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index® (PMI®) remained below the 50.0 no-change threshold for the third consecutive month. However, the index was up from July’s 85- month low (45.9), and the latest reading signalled the slowest pace of decline since the downturn began in June. Sub-sector data pointed to much slower reductions in housing activity and commercial building than those recorded in July. In both cases, the rate of contraction

in August was the slowest for three months. Meanwhile, civil engineering activity stabilised in August, following a reduction during the previous month. Reports from survey respondents suggested that Brexit uncertainty continued to act as a brake on the construction sector during August, especially in terms of house building and commercial work. However, a number of firms noted that sales volumes had been more resilient than expected. Some panel members also commented on signs of a rebound in client confidence from the lows seen earlier this summer. Reflecting this, latest data highlighted that incoming new work decreased at the slowest pace since May. Signs of a more stable trend for new business volumes resulted in a marginal expansion of staffing levels across the construction sector in However, sub-contractor usage continued to decrease, and rates charged by sub-contractors rose at the second-slowest pace since June 2013. Construction firms also cut back on their purchasing activity in August, which extended the current period of decline to three months. Softer demand for construction materials resulted in the least marked deterioration in supplier performance since April. August data indicated that input cost inflation picked up for the third month running and reached its highest level since July 2011.

Survey respondents overwhelmingly linked the latest rise in input prices to exchange rate depreciation. Looking ahead, construction firms pointed to a rebound in business confidence from July’s 39-month low. Although the degree of positive sentiment was the highest since May, it remained close to the weakest recorded over the past three years. Tim Moore, Senior Economist at Markit and author of the Markit/ CIPS Construction PMI®, said: “The downturn in UK construction activity has eased considerably since July, primarily helped by a much slower decline in commercial building. Construction firms cited a nascent recovery in client confidence since the EU referendum result and a relatively steady flow of invitations to tender in August. “However, the latest survey indicates only a partial move towards stabilisation, rather than a return to business as usual across the construction sector. There were still widespread reports that Brexit uncertainty had dampened demand and slowed progress on planned developments, especially in relation to large projects. As a result, total new order volumes continued to fall during August, which stands in contrast to the three-year run of sustained growth seen prior to May 2016. “Despite another month of reduced output, the latest figures can be viewed as welcome news overall after a challenging summer

for the construction sector. The move towards stabilisation chimes with the more upbeat UK manufacturing PMI data for August, and provides hope that the nearterm fallout from Brexit uncertainty will prove less severe than feared.” David Noble, Group Chief Executive Officer at the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, said: “Purchasing costs went up at a rate not seen for half a decade, as the impact of the weak pound was felt by the construction sector. Firms reduced their purchasing volumes as a result, as new orders and activity continued to fall – though at a more moderate rate compared to last month. Costs for energy and raw materials such as steel and timber were highlighted as company margins were squeezed. “Employment levels recovered to a modest degree, though at the second-slowest pace for three years. Some firms reported that they planned to increase staff numbers in hopeful anticipation of a surge in activity towards the end of the year. Business sentiment was moderately more positive than that seen in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit vote. “After the shock of last month’s seven-year low in the overall index, the picture now is more about stabilisation than searing growth, as the sector remained in contraction. The housing sector continued its downward slide, but the drop in activity was much softer in August.”

Heanor site with consent for development SDL GRAHAM PENNY are offering for sale by auction a prominent development site situated within easy reach of a full range of local amenities with the benefit of outline planning consent for residential development. The site - to the rear of The Derby Arms, 37 High Street, Heanor, DE75 7EX - is being offered with a Guide Price of £36,000+ Planning consent was granted on 26th July 2016 under application number AVA/2016/0506. For sale BY AUCTION on Thursday 20th October 2016 at Derby County Football Club, iPro Stadium, Derby, commencing at 11:30am For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact the auctioneers on 01332 242880.

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University unveils plans for new campus accommodation

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Tackling mental health together makes us more likely to save lives THE HEALTH IN CONSTRUCTION Leadership Group supported by the British Safety Council has announced the launch of Mates in Mind – a sectorwide programme intended to help improve and promote positive mental health across the industry in the UK.

LOUGHBOROUGH University has revealed plans for potential new accommodation on campus. Around £40 million would be invested in the project, creating sportspecific accommodation to secure Loughborough’s place as a training centre for elite athletes. It would also see the construction of new bedrooms to satisfy demand from new and returning students for places in halls of residence. Subject to planning approval, the new accommodation will be built on a site adjacent to the existing High Performance Athletics Centre. Approximately 600 rooms will be built, including up to 70 student athlete rooms and 40 elite athlete rooms. The rooms will have a similar design to existing accommodation on campus. Some will be specifically designed for elite athlete short term accommodation, including those with disabilities. State-of-the-art nutritional facilities will also be incorporated into this part of the scheme. The student rooms will be a mixture of en-suite rooms and cluster flats that will have shared kitchen facilities. The development, when fully operational will result in the creation of between 30 and 50 new jobs. The proposed project start date is August 2017, with completion scheduled for September 2019. Richard Taylor, chief operating officer at the University, said: “Our community partners continue to highlight a wish for the University to invest in student accommodation on campus so as to minimise the impact on housing in the town and the new proposed plans are our response to this. “Our current residences are operating at full capacity as a result of existing student numbers. We cannot accommodate all those who would wish to be in hall. “The dedicated sports accommodation element to this scheme will cement Loughborough’s status as arguably the best training environment for elite athletes in the country.”

Every year, one in four people in the UK will experience either stress, anxiety or depression. In the most extreme cases, these issues can result in someone taking their life. As a result of the growing understanding of the impact of mental ill health and the role employers can play, the Health in Construction Leadership Group, with the support of the British Safety Council, are setting up a sector-wide programme to help employers address this issue. The aim of this programme will be to help raise awareness and understanding of poor mental health in the construction sector, importantly undertaken in a way that is consistent and made available to all workers across the sector. It is estimated that there are 2.5 million people employed in construction in the UK. Announcing it on international World Suicide Prevention Day, Clive Johnson, Chair of the Health in Construction Leadership Group, said: “The mission of HCLG as a group is to unite the construction industry in order to eradicate the ill health and disease caused by work-related activities, and this includes addressing mental health. It is estimated that the number of deaths from suicide in the construction industry could be 10 times higher than those from fatal accidents at work. Working together with the British Safety Council and key partners in the construction industry and mental health, we believe we can make a significant difference.” Mike Robinson, Chief Executive of the British Safety Council, said: “We are delighted to be able to support the Health in Construction Leadership Group in launching this important initiative. In the last few years, we have all become far more aware of the pressing need to address health issues, and particularly mental health, in the workplace. The British Safety Council’s vision is that no-one should be injured or made ill at work, and that includes mental health. The construction sector has previously come together to address the challenge it faced in relation to the high number of accidents. It is now coming together to do the same in relation to occupational health. A significant number of our members are operating in this sector. We can be even more impactful by working together, creating the opportunity to build understanding and take action.” It’s anticipated that Mates in Mind will be collaborating and working with a number of the recognised organisations in this field in the delivery of the programme.

North Midland Construction Starts Work On A New £1.6M Public Realm Project In Leicester THE HIGHWAYS division of Nottinghamshire based North Midland Construction plc (NM Group) has just started work on a £1.6m scheme for Leicester City Council to create a new public space on the site of Leicester’s old indoor market. As part of the scheme, a new terrace overlooking the square will be created at the rear of a fully-refurbished Molly O’Grady’s – and new eating and drinking opportunities are planned for in and around the square. The new square should be largely complete by the end of the year. Proposals for the rear of the Corn Exchange – which will form the backdrop to the new square – are also being developed. The upper floor of the Grade II* listed building, which has been revealed by the demolition of the old indoor market, will be reinstated whilst essential mechanical and electrical equipment at the rear of the building would be concealed by a new stone façade. The main body of the façade would be rendered to complement the Corn Exchange, creating a space that could be used as a screen.

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Leicester City Mr Dipak Pancholi (c/o Agent: Paul Cleaver Architect, 5 Wellington Street, Leicester LE1 6HH) – Construction of one house to side and change of use from dwellinghouse to 2 selfcontained flats – at 347 Thurcaston Road, Leicester.

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Ginns & Gutteridge (c/o Agent: Malcolm A Goodall, The Drawing Room, 130 Moat Street, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2GE) – Notification of proposed change of use from offices to 5 flats – at 51 Vaughan Way, Leicester. Land Invest Ltd (c/o Agent: Caroline Simpson-Reynolds, Harborough London Ltd, Stirling House, 9 Burroughs Garden, London NW4 4AU) – Demolition of existing building and the construction of 17 and 10 storey building to accommodate 637 residential units, 2 ground floor commercial units and car parking – at The Former International Hotel, 57 Rutland Street, Leicester. Propvestment Developments Ltd (c/o Agent: Ink/Drawn Ltd, 27 Friar Lane, Leicester LE1 5QS) – Notification of proposed change of use from offices to 35 flats – at 22-28 Princess Road, West, Leicester. Springview (c/o Agent: Joel Kempsey-Fagg, D5 Architects LLP, 71-77 Coventry Street, Birmingham B5 5NH) – Change of use of part of fourth floor from offices to 5 flats – at Kimberley House, 47 Vaughan Way, Leicester.

LEICESTER contractors D W Hicks Building Company have been awarded the £34 million student development in Birmingham City Centre. The Globeworks will be built on a redundant foundry site fronting the Birmingham canal network. Director Martyn Hicks added “We are delighted to be successful in negotiating another major project with London & UK Property, which shows that funding has started to filter through post Brexit and gives us some confidence given the apprehension within the sector on major projects. This in turn will help us achieve our target of 1,500 student residential rooms for 2016/17 nationwide.”

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Mr N Singh (c/o Agent: Miss Zsuzsi Vajanski, 3 Holly Avenue, Thorneywood, Nottingham NG3 2PA) – Change of use of ground floor community use, office and storage to 3 flats – at The Leys, 72 Upper Temple Walk, Leicester.

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Ventola Projects Hailed Best Business at Italian Business Awards SUNDAY 18th September was a night of victory for local Leicestershire business Ventola Projects who were one of seventeen category winners at the prestigious English Italian Awards 2016 which took place at the Palace Hotel in Manchester. Leading lighting and electrical contractors Ventola Projects have been a prominent part of Leicestershire’s business community for many years and their long standing contribution was rewarded as they walked away with the ‘Best Business’ accolade. The company is headed up by Managing Director and founder Mick Ventola who has a long line of Italian heritage behind him. He established Ventola Projects back in 1989 and so this level of national recognition has been a long time coming, and certainly greatly deserved. In mid-2016 Ventola were specially selected to carry out a project at a private leisure facility in Doha, United Arab Emirates. The team designed, manufactured, supplied and assisted with the installation of their accredited VAvR LED lighting range to a new leisure facility at the Royal Palace of Sheikh Al Thani. Whilst out there Ventola formed valuable contacts and networks which subsequently led them to gain three more high profile projects in the Middle East earmarked to commence sometime soon.

Petrol station project for P&C Services

Mr Russ Smith (c/o Agent: Michael Blanksby, Shep Designs Ltd, 8 Coltsfoot Close, Barleythorpe, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7GB) – Two storey building containing 11 extra care flats, communal facilities, associated parking and landscaping – at rear of 15 Holmwood Drive, Leicester. Dellamore Ltd (c/o Agent: Keshiv Sudera, Design Studio Architects Ltd, 1B Salisbury Road, Upper New walk, Leicester LE1 7QR) – Fourth floor extension to provide 3 self-contained flats plus alterations to roof – at 5254 High Street, Leicester.

LEICESTERSHIRE-based P&C Services and Tokheim have been appointed on the development of the latest James Construction and Development petrol filling station and retail store. BENTONS are inviting offers in the region of £350,000 for a substantial Grade II Listed former stable block to the War Memorial Hospital at Memorial Park, Ankle Hill, Melton Mowbray. The proposed development will consist of a conversion of the existing buildings and construction of a new wing to provide 10 individual dwellings around a courtyard setting, accessed via a private drive from Ankle Hill through a magnificent arched entrance. The buildings are being prepared for conversion and are being made watertight, but will require roofing. For further details, contact Bentons on 01664 563892 or email: sales@bentons.co.uk

Work started on the new to industry site, which sits on the Soham by-pass in Cambridgeshire earlier this month and will see P&C and Tokheim working together to create the BP filling station and M&S convenience store. The site will comprise 10 fuel pumps, two jet wash bays, a drive through car wash and three air, water and vacuum facilities, as well as an M&S Simply Food retail store and Wild Bean Cafe.

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Mr Iftikar Alimohamed (c/o Agent: Bernard Taruvinga, Kunstler Designs Architect, 31 Rutland Street, Leicester LE1 1RE) – Change of use from house to 3 flats plus construction of dormer extension to rear – at 104 Prestwold Road, Leicester. Excel Paper & Polythene (c/o Agent: Ian Palmer, Staniforth Architects, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Change of use of former nurses’ home to nursing home with 40 flats, construction of three-storey extension to rear, single storey extension to outbuilding for use as biomass boiler house, parking & alterations – at Former Nurses’ Home, Grosvenor Gate, Leicester. Shalis (Nottingham) Ltd (c/o Agent: Simon Cretney, Staniforth Architects, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Development of a seven-storey building fronting Dover Street and six-storey building fronting York Street to provide 49 self-contained flats – at 31-33 Dover Street and 38-44 York Street, Leicester. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Staniforth Architects, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Notification of change of use of offices to 107 flats – at 37 Welford Road, Leicester. Mr Ali Alimohamed (c/o Agent: Bernard Taruvinga, Kunstler Designs Architect, 31 Rutland Street, Leicester LE1 1RE) – Change of use of ground floor from bank to shops, change of use of first floor and outbuilding to rear to 2 self-contained flats, external stair access and dormer extensions to front and back of outbuilding – at 94 Wood Hill, Leicester. M F Enterprises (Leicester) Ltd (c/o Agent: Anthony Jones, Halford Jones Architecture, 28 St Annes Drive, Aylestone, Leicester LE2 8HT) – Construction of three-storey building with hot food takeaway on basement, ground and first floor plus one flat on second floor – at Site Off 1 Narborough Road, Leicester. Miss Danielle St Pierre (c/o Agent: Iceni Projects, Flitcroft House, 114116 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0JR) – Change of use of first, second, third and fourth floor from retail to 14 self-contained flats plus external alterations – at 3 Welford Place, Leicester.

Site Manager Builds on Successful Year With a Promotion A TALENTED employee working at Leicestershire based David Wilson Homes’ East Midlands division has been rewarded for his hard work and commitment with a promotion to a more senior role with the company. Site Manager Wayne Shooter has been promoted to Senior Site Manager following a fantastic year with the homebuilder, which saw him named as divisional and regional Site Manager of the Year, as well as gaining his third coveted Pride in the Job Quality Award and his second Seal of Excellence Award. Wayne (39) is currently based at the company’s Sapcote Lea development, in Sapcote, where his hard work is evident in the progression and quality of the site. “I was blown away to have been promoted to Senior Site Manager,” said Wayne. “It’s come off the back of a great year for me and it’s nice that the company recognises people doing a good job. “I love being a Site Manager, no two days are the same. It’s a lot of hard work but I’ve got a brilliant team and I’m looking forward to what this year holds” David Wilson Homes is well-known for its excellent progression and development of staff. With another achievement under his belt, Wayne shows no sign of slowing down. He said: “I’m a go-getter and not one to sit around so when the time’s right I’d love to push for a Contracts Manager role.” Darren Langton, Construction Director at David Wilson Homes East Midlands, said: “I’d like to congratulate Wayne on his well-deserved promotion to Senior Site Manager. Wayne has been instrumental in the success of the company over the last few years and his hard work and fantastic achievements have not gone unnoticed. “As a company we rely on the talented employees at the heart of the business to maintain our exceptional standards and celebrated reputation, and so are keen to reward our staff and encourage progression.”

Procurement guidance launched to speed up development process THREE leading trade bodies have just launched new guidance aimed at helping local authorities better understand when to implement tender procedures that can have the adverse effect of stifling development. Public procurement rules dictated by EU legislation say that public bodies must award development contracts in a fair and transparent manner by introducing a competitive tendering process, known as “OJEU” procurement or tenders. The complexity of determining when this process applies, however, often means that the process is used unnecessarily and acts as a deterrent to potential developers. The British Property Federation, Local Government Association and Local Partnerships launched the updated guidance at the 2016 Revo conference. The guidance seeks to help local authorities navigate the process quickly and easily, and ensure that important regeneration schemes can be brought forward more efficiently. The organisations will follow the launch by holding a series of roundtables across the country in partnership with government departments, to promote the newly updated guidance to local authorities and developers. Melanie Leech, chief executive of the British Property Federation, said: “Although these procurement rules may cease to exist when we leave the EU, for the time being they are here to stay. The principles of transparency and fairness are ones that we very much support, but and often the complexity and length of the process can end up stifling development, and all its associated benefits, across the country. We hope that the updated guidance that we are launching now will help public bodies to make swift, efficient decisions about when to use OJEU to go through the tendering process and not do so unnecessarily.” Fiona Beattie, counsel at KWM, said: “There are a number of ways in which transactions can be structured and the “OJEU” route need not be the default position. However it is important that all parties consider procurement issues as early as possible to maximise their flexibility. The flowchart helps parties to compare and contrast options and to identify those factors which may indicate whether an OJEU regulated process is more or less likely.” Simon Bandy, growth and sustainability programme director at Local Partnerships, said: “We are very pleased to be working with BPF and LGA, assisting local authorities, other public bodies and private sector partners understand the procurement requirements associated with public sector land and property. A well-understood and thought-out procurement process is an effective tool for attracting the most appropriate partner. The guidance will help overcome barriers to success, delivering the best outcomes for local authorities and the communities they serve.”

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Dedicated Forterra duo gain distinctions from Derby University Mr Raj Singh (c/o: Marble Homes, 27-35 Sussex Street, Leicester LE5 3BF) – Variation of planning condition attached to planning permission 20142332 for demolition of part of building, residential development for 2 dwellings – at 505 Uppingham Road, Leicester. Oxford Grange Limited (c/o Agent: Matt Smith, Marrons Planning, 1 Meridian South, Meridian Business park, Leicester LE19 1WY) – Construction of two-storey extension to create 16 student flats with 40 bed spaces resulting in a seven-storey building – at 36 Grange Lane, Leicester. Kenworth Investments (Leicester) Ltd (c/o Agent: Ink/ Drawn Ltd, 27 Friar Lane, Leicester LE1 5QS) – Notification of proposed change of use of first, second, third and fourth floors from offices to 36 flats – at 15-23 Hotel Street & 6 Millstone Lane, Leicester. Redrow Homes (Midlands) Ltd (c/o Agent: Miss Brianne Asbury, Redrow House, Kinsall Green, Wilnecote, Tamworth, Staffs. B77 5PX) – Construction of 5 dwellings – at Land North of Keyham Lane, East Hamilton, Leicester. Kag Properties (c/o Agent: Tulesh Vaja, Arc Design Ltd, 21 Houlditch Road, Leicester LE2 3FF) – Change of use from 2 flats to 5 self-contained flats plus construction of external staircase – at 175 Uppingham Road, Leicester. Westleigh Partnerships Ltd (c/o Agent: Miss Marie Stacey, Pegasus Group Limited, 4 The Courtyard, Church Street, Lockington, Derby DE74 2SL) – Residential development of 113 houses and 12 apartments with associated infrastructure – at Former St Mary’s Allotment, Saffron Lane, Leicester.

Hinckley & Bosworth Gary Kirk (c/o Agent: Miss Subrina Fernandes, TMDP LLP, Unit 3, Bridge Farm, Holt Lane, Ashby Magna, Lutterworth, Leics. LE17 5NJ) – Erection of 10 dwellings and 4 flats – at land adjacent to 121 Station Road, Bagworth, Leics. Mr Reg Ward (c/o Agent: Robert Williams, Alder Mill Planning & Design, Sheepy Road, Atherstone, Warks. CV9 3AH) – Change of use from storage and distribution to 5 dwellings – at Mill House, Higham Lane, Stoke Golding, Nuneaton, Warks. CV13 6JH.

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TWO FORTERRA employees have achieved distinctions for their excellent work on the same leading foundation degree course at the University of Derby. Steve Peach and Carl Cuthbert, both of whom are management grade employees for the leading building products manufacturing firm, which paid for their tuition fees, achieved top results in the field of Clay Technology whilst working at Forterra and studying part time. Forterra’s Carl Cuthbert and Steve Peach both gained distinctions for their foundation degrees in Clay Technology The pair will use the additional specialist knowledge gained from the course to benefit their company. Carl Cuthbert, Head of Quality and Clay Services for Forterra, said; “This Foundation Degree has enabled me to understand in far more detail why different clays react in different ways and how to use a more scientific approach to the manufacture of clay products.” Steve Peach, Works Manager at Forterra’s Red Bank facility in Measham, said; “I was drawn specifically to the Clay Technology Foundation Degree because I knew it would enable me to learn new skills that I could use every day while at work. I am over the moon with this result and will aim to use it to improve outputs at Measham.” Stephen Harrison, Chief Executive of Forterra, said, “Steve and Carl’s hard work at Derby University has really paid off, and they are a credit to Forterra. Their dedication to the field of clay technology is commendable and a real example to us all, and I would like to congratulate them on behalf of the whole company.” For more information visit www.forterra.co.uk. You can also follow the company on Twitter via @ForterraUK, on LinkedIn and YouTube.

Property with consent for 21 retirement apartments in Whetstone ANDREW & Ashwell are offering for sale a warehouse / industrial premises with planning consent for 21 retirement apartments. The property - at The Nook, Whetstone, Leicester, LE8 6LU measures 933.4 Sq M (10,047 Sq Ft). It comprises a main warehouse / industrial unit with 2 storey offices to the front elevation on a 0.44 acre site. There are a number of adjoining workshops and outbuildings together with a good sized rear car park/yard with access off The Nook. The asking price is £575,000 for the Freehold. For more information, contact Andrew & Ashwell on 0116 254 1220

Santander walking away may force fire sale of RBS branches THE FALLING through of a deal between Royal Bank of Scotland and Santander to buy hundreds of bank branches is likely to force a fire-sale of the properties, experts have said. The deal has fallen through for the second time, according to reports by the BBC, following original talks that took place in 2012. The 315-branch portfolio is estimated to be worth around £1.5-1.9bn. It needs to be completed by the end of next year to comply with EU state aid rules. While reports suggest Santander may still be interested, experts believe that many banks could find alternative uses as cafes, shops and even high street gyms. Richard Close, partner and head of lease advisory at Daniel Watney LLP, a property advisor firm, said: “The reality is that there aren’t a huge number of suitors queuing up to pay £2bn for 300 banks. This is the second time Santander has walked away and off-the-record briefings given to the BBC would point to some clever negotiating tactics going on behind the scenes and via the media. “Many of these properties will have been occupied by RBS for a very long time, and probably don’t meet the preferred style. Many of the branches will be on long leases held by the bank as part of sale and leaseback deals stemming from the late 1990’s. Others will be owned by third-party investors who will have purchased the banks as long term investments. “RBS will clearly favour a bulk sell-off and with the clock ticking on its state aid deadline, it may have to shave a significant chunk off the price. This also comes at a time when many of the high street banks are reducing their high street exposure and/or moving to more appropriate premises. Earlier this year Lloyds announced further closures and we are aware of other branches being held in the ‘pending’ category i.e. those being lined up for the next wave of closures. “Should a deal fail to materialize, many of these properties could happily find other uses. Across London, many cafes and restaurants have set up shop in old banks. Until recently, the fortress like frontages that often come with old bank buildings were less favoured by occupiers and generated lower rents. However, people have recognized the architectural appeal of such buildings, particularly when paying £3 for a coffee or an artisan muffin. There are many examples where these alternative uses have injected new life into these buildings and in turn the high street.”

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Neovia Logistics (c/o Agent: Miss Rosie Nimmo, Saunders Partnership, Ground Floor, Clarence House, Clarence Street, Manchester M2 4DW) – Storage and distribution warehouse building, unloading/ loading bays, office unit, car parking, circulation, revised access, associated hard standing areas, landscaping and ancillary works – at Neovia Logistics (UK) Ltd, Peckleton Lane, Desford, Leicester LE9 9JU. Mrs M Sykes (c/o Agent: Hayward Architects Ltd, 19 Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW) – Residential development of 9 dwellings – at 103 Coventry Road, Burbage, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 2HN. The Governors of St Peters Academy (c/o Agent: Mrs Ruth Redmond, YMD Boon Ltd, York House, Fernie Road, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7PH) – Erection of classroom block – at St Peters C of E Academy, Station Road, Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, Warks. CV13 0NP. Paynes Garages Ltd (c/o Agent: Marrons Planning, Bridgeway House, Bridgeway, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6YX) – Steel-framed workshop building - at Paynes Garages Ltd, Watling Street, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 3ED.

Melton Borough Milestone Communications Ltd (c/o Agent: Mr B Cather, Longworth Associates, 24 Sedgley Road, Tollerton, Nottingham NG12 4EU) – Single storey factory unit – at land adjacent to Unit 9 Station Road, Old Dalby, Leics. Mr J Greenwood (c/o Agent: Trevor Muir Ltd, 104 Lambley Lane, Burton Joyce, Nottingham NG14 5BL) – Erection of 10 new dwellings and alteration to existing access to replace existing buildings – at Don Greenwood & Partners, 42 Main Road, Nether Broughton, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 3HB. Mr & Mrs M & E Exton – Chris Green, Andrew Granger & Co, Phoenix House, 52 High Street, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7AF) – Erection of 5 detached residential dwellings with associated access – at land parcel School Lane, Sewstern, Leics. Stimson Developments (c/o Agent: Mike Sibthorp Planning, Logan House, Lime Grove, Grantham NG31 9JD) – Residential development – at Field No. 4564, Burrough Road, Somerby, Leics.

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Swift introduction of Neighbourhood Planning Bill welcomed by property industry THE BRITISH Property Federation has welcomed the introduction of the Neighbourhood Planning Bill to Parliament following the end of the summer recess.

REGIONAL law firm, Howes Percival, has appointed Chris May (pictured above) as Planning Partner and Head of the firm’s Leicester planning team. In this newly created role, Chris will be responsible for further developing and growing Howes Percival’s planning law offering in Leicester and the East Midlands. He was previously Legal Director at Marrons Shakespeare, the legal planning team of Shakespeare Martineau. As an experienced planning lawyer, Chris has expertise in a wide range of work. He has provided strategic support on major development projects in Leicester and beyond for a range of developers, from national housebuilders to specialised student accommodation providers and landowners, including legal audits of planning applications, drafting and negotiating complex S106 Agreements and supporting clients through the appeal process. Paul Wootton, Partner and Head of Planning at Howes Percival commented, “The commercial property sector is a core market for Howes Percival and central to the firm’s strategy going forward. As a team we have a national reputation for our work with developers, landowners and local authorities, so I’m delighted to welcome Chris to the firm and excited to be expanding our planning capability in Leicester where we believe there is huge potential. “We have an excellent property development team in Leicester, headed by Nick James, and the appointment of a dedicated Planning Partner will put us in a really strong position to further grow and expand our practice in the city and beyond. Chris brings extensive experience in all aspects of planning law which will build significantly on our client relationships.

The organisation, which represents those who own and invest in property, has particularly welcomed provisions within the Bill to streamline and simplify the CPO system, which it considers an essential tool for encouraging investment in ambitious infrastructure projects. The BPF further supports provisions to strengthen neighbourhood planning, which will allow development to take place in accordance to local wishes, and improvement to planning conditions, which could prohibit conditions that do not adhere to the NPPF. Melanie Leech, chief executive of the British Property Federation, said: “It is great to see this Bill introduced to Parliament so soon after recess, and to see government prioritising measures that will bring forward more development. “The measures to improve the CPO system are particularly important as they will help to bring about infrastructure projects more quickly and efficiently, which are crucial for attracting inward investment and acting as a catalyst for regeneration schemes. “Our industry is an important cornerstone of the economy, creating jobs, attracting investment, and delivering the homes and workplaces that are crucial to our everyday lives. The provisions laid out in the Bill should go some way towards helping our industry continue to deliver these things, and we are pleased that it is now getting underway.”

Senior valuer appointed at Taylors TAYLORS Property Services are delighted to announce the promotion Ian Ratcliffe to senior valuer. Ian who has been involved in the Leicester and Leicestershire housing market for a number of years, and has been with Taylor’s since the spring of 2013 – his second spell at the company. Director Brian Taylor said of this appointment “Ian is a well liked and well respected figure within the local housing market. His ability to understand the needs and requirements of vendors is excellent and his success rate is way above what you would normally expect.”

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Neil & Craig Birch (c/o Agent: Maurice Fairhurst, Fairhurst Consultancy, 41 Wartnaby Road, Ab Kettleby, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 3JJ) – Demolition of existing metal framed and sheeted agricultural barns. Conversion and minor extension of existing stone and brick redundant agricultural buildings attached to Grade II Listed building to form 2 dwellings – at Greengates Farm, 23 Main Street, Sproxton, Leics. LE14 4QS JGP Properties (c/o Agent: Chris Jesson,Planning & Design Group (UK) Ltd, Pure Offices, Lake View Drive, Sherwood Park, Nottingham NG15 0DT) – Demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and erection of up to 6 dwellings with new means of access – at Former Paddock, New Road, Burton Lazars, Leics.

Harborough District Bellway Homes East Midlands (c/o Agent: BE1 Architects, 5 Abbey Court, Fraser Road, Bedford MK44 3WH) – Erection of 178 dwellings (reserved matters) – at land east of Beeby Road, Scraptoft, Leicester. Francis Jackson Homes Ltd (c/o: 6 High Street, Olney, Bucks. MK46 4BB) – Outline application for the erection of up to 4 dwellings – at Orchard Land at Swinford Road, Catthorpe, Leics. Persimmon Homes (c/o: Davidson House, Meridian East, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1WZ ) – Erection of 290 dwellings including affordable housing – at land at Fleckney Road, Saddington, Leics. Mr S & Ms S Croxford (c/o: Brunswood Farm, Ible, Grange Mill, Matlock DE4 4HS) – Erection of 8 dwellings (revised scheme) – at land east of Smeeton Road, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leics. Mr & Mrs Soper (c/o Agent: Marchini Curran Associates, 54A High Pavement, Nottingham NG1 1HW) – Demolition of existing garage and two-storey extensions and the erection of two single-storey extensions to existing dwelling and erection of 3 additional dwellings and access (amended scheme) – at Parsons Close, Oakham Road, Tilton on the Hill, Leics. Wigan Holdings Ltd & Francis Jackson Homes Ltd (c/o: 6 High Street, Olney, Bucks. MK46 4BB) – Outline application for the erection of up to 22 dwellings – at land south of Station Road, North Kilworth, Leics.

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Westleigh takes on eight local apprentices

Mr Colin Clarke (c/o Agent: GB A&E Ltd, Ryton Organic Gardens, Wolston Lane, Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Rugby CV8 3LG) – Outline application for the erection of 4 dwellings – at land off South Kilworth Road, North Kilworth, Leics. Mrs J Bailey (c/o Agent: Fox Bennett, 6 Lewis Court, Thorpe Way, Grove Park, Enderby, Leicester LE19 1SD) – Outline application for the demolition of existing garden centre buildings and change of use to 11 residential units – at Garden Centre, Adjacent to 80 Dunton Road, Broughton Astley, Leics. LE9 6NA.

A LEICESTERSHIRE housing developer has announced an intake of eight new apprentices from the county, including its first female bricklaying apprentice. Whetstone-based Westleigh has been providing apprenticeships for the past 18 years in collaboration with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Its newest recruits will begin work in September, having attended an induction day in early August designed to prepare them for their new duties. Apprentices aged 16 and upwards are given the opportunity to learn joinery or bricklaying with the company over a period of three years, through partnerships with a number of colleges across the Midlands. In addition to gaining a qualification, the apprenticeship

INDUCTION DAY: Back, L-R: Joshua Marston, 16; Max Peace, 16; Joshua Jacklin, 19; Ryan Moore, 23; Jason Mann, Westleigh’s Senior Production Manager; Jayden Sammyjoe, 16. Front, L-R: Reif Armstrong, 16; Megan Kenney, 16; Joseph Martin, 17 (standing); Maxwell Grieves, 24; Jordan Dimmack, 21. scheme allows those taking part to gain hands-on experience onsite, where they receive one-toone mentoring from construction industry specialists. The eight Leicestershire apprentices, all students at Leicester College, are part of a wider intake of 12, with two new recruits in Nottinghamshire, one in Northamptonshire and one from Staffordshire.

Potential Redevelopment Site in Barwell KING WEST are offering fro sale a potential redevelopment site in Barwell. The property - 2 – 8 Stapleton Lane, Barwell, Leicestershire, LE9 8HD - comprises a former garage premises with upper parts and parking/ display area, prominently situated on the corner of Stapleton Lane and Kirkby Road, overlooking Malt Mill Bank and close to local shops. The property occupies an irregular shaped site having a frontage to Stapleton Lane of some 55 metres and to Kirkby Road of 13 metres. Residential properties in Kirkby Road abut the site, with the Infants School located immediately to the north. The property is currently vacant, having been used for a number of different uses over the years, but most recently as a motor business, with workshops and vehicle display area. The site is considered to be ripe for re-development, either for higher density residential development or for commercial/business use. Offers based upon £250,000 are invited for the freehold with vacant possession, either on an unconditional or subject to planning basis. For more information, call Andrew Cowling at King West on 01858 435977.

Messrs Carr & Bowie & Francis Jackson Homes Ltd (c/o: 6 High Street, Olney, Bucks. MK46 4BB) – Outline application for the erection of up to 19 dwellings – at land south of London Road, Great Glen, Leics. Mr C Gregory (c/o Agent: JED Design, 23 Harborough Road, Desborough, Northants. NN14 2QX) – Change of use of building stores to form 4 residential units – at 6 Gladstone Street, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 9ET. A & B Turney (c/o Agent: Berrys, 42 Headlands, Kettering, Northants. NN15 7HR) – Demolition of all existing buildings on site and development of up to 12 dwellings – at land at Fishers Farm, Main Street, Foxton, Leics. Liam Halloran (c/o: 28 Kibworth Road, Fleckney, Leics. LE8 8AL) – Erection of 5 dwellings including a new access – at land at rear of 28 Kibworth Road, Fleckney, Leics. Davidsons Developments Ltd & Aidan Aikman (c/o Agent: Bidwells, John Ormond House, 899 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 3XJ) – Outline application for the erection of 50 dwellings – at land south-west of Church Lane, Dunton Bassett, Leics. Davidsons Developments Ltd (c/o: Wilson House, Leicester Road, Ibstock, Leics. LE67 6HP) – Erection of up to 41 dwellings and a doctor’s surgery (Revised scheme) – at land east of Welford Road, Husbands Bosworth, Leics. Leicestershire County Council (c/o Agent: Carter Jonas, 6-8 Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 1NH) – Outline application for the erection of up to 32 dwellings – at land adjacent to Knights Close, Welford Road, Husbands Bosworth, Leics.

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Mr S Morris (c/o Agent: Howkins & Harrison, 7-11 Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2RX) – Prior approval for a proposed change of use of an agricultural building to 3 dwellinghouses – at Agricultural Barns, Catthorpe Road , Shawell, Leics.

Rutland County Aldi Stores Ltd (c/o Agent: Philip Woodsford, 216 Fort Dunlop, Fort Dunlop Parkway, Birmingham B24 9FD) – proposed retail unit with associated car parking – at land west of Lands End Way, Oakham, Rutland. Oakham School Estates Dept (c/o Agent: David Setchfield, Smithers Purslow, Glaston Hall, Spring Lane, Glaston, Oakham, Rutland LE15 9BZ) – Change of use from Police Station to Medical Centre for Oakham School – at Oakham School, 17 Station Road, Oakham, Rutland LE15 6QX. JPS Electrical Services Ltd (c/o Agent: Lee Sowerby, BSA Design, Bridge Farm, Besthorpe Road, North Scarle LN6 9EZ) – Erection of 15 employment units (variation in condition 2 of planning permission APP/2013/0221) – at Former Rose of England Hotel, Old Great North Road, Little Casterton, Rutland. Rutland County Council (c/o Agent: John Wright, Weston Allison Wright, Cottage Farm, Sywell, Northampton NN6 0BJ) – Erection of a building adjacent to library building with a link structure to the library – at Oakham Library, Catmos Street, Oakham, Rutland LE15 6HW.

NW Leics District Mr Kyle Middleton (c/o: 52 Fairfield Road, Hugglescote, Coalville, leics. LE67 2HG) – Erection of 3 terraced dwellings, a triple garage block and highway improvements – at land off Private Road, Standard Hill, Coalville, Leics. Mr C Shaw (c/o Agent: Andrew Large Surveyors, The Estate Office, Staunton Harold Hall, Melbourne Road, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1RT) – Demolition of No.1 The Crescent and erection of 2 detached dwellings – at 1 The Crescent, Breedon on the Hill, Derby, DE73 8AY. Kier Living Ltd (c/o: Tungsten Building, Blythe Valley Park, Central Boulevard, Solihull B90 8AU) – Residential development of 142 dwellings, internal access road, landscaping, open space and woodland – at land adjoining Clare Farm, Station Road, Ibstock, Leics.

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Finalists in East Midlands fbe Awards revealed THE FINALISTS for this year’s East Midlands fbe Awards have been announced and include four university projects, a fire station and new residential accommodation for a nationwide charity. Organisers of the annual awards which recognise and reward the teams behind some of the best construction projects in the region have just unveiled this year’s shortlisted entries. The finalists in the Residential category are Tur Langton in Leicestershire, a scheme of six new build family homes on the site of the Old Bull’s Head, nominated by SGP Architects; Green Lane in Nottingham, which is a development of five low energy one-bedroom single storey flats for Framework Housing Association, put forward by North Midland Construction; Cathedral Court in Derby, a 350-ensuite study bedroom student accommodation scheme for the University of Derby, nominated by D W Hicks; and an accommodation block for national charity Canine Partners, which trains assistance dogs for disabled people, at Osgathorpe in North West Leicestershire, which was nominated by North Midland Construction. The finalists in the Non-Residential category are Nottingham University Science Library, the extension and refurbishment of the George Green Library, put forward by Galliford Try; Nottingham Trent University’s Heart of Campus project at the Clifton campus which has provided two zero carbon buildings with excellent BREEAM ratings and which was nominated by Pulse Associates; and GlaxoSmithKline Carbon Neutral Laboratories for Sustainable Chemistry at the University of Nottingham, a building unique in the UK in its design and focus on ‘green chemistry’, which was nominated by Morgan Sindall. The finalists in the Regeneration category are Hollygate Park at Cotgrave in Nottinghamshire, the first section of phase one of a total of around 450 homes being built on the site of the former Cotgrave Colliery, nominated by BSP Consulting; London Road Fire Station in Nottingham, a new three-storey, energy efficient building for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service on a former brownfield site, nominated by J Tomlinson Ltd; and Dakeyne Street, Sneinton, in Nottingham, a new creative hub following the major refurbishment and modernisation of 18th and 19th Century buildings that have created workspace for SMEs in creative and digital industries, nominated by architects Maber. The finalists in the Best Rising Star category are Alexsandra Perobelli, graduate mechanical engineer at BSD, Joe Gent trainee electrical estimator at J Tomlinson Ltd and Sarah Grocock part II architectural assistant at RG+P. The winners will be revealed at a sold-out awards ceremony on 6th October at the City Rooms in Leicester – an annual event which has become a firm fixture on the calendar for the region’s construction, development and property sector. “We had an excellent array of nominations from across the region and across a range of sectors, illustrating the high standard of developments that are being completed in the East Midlands,” said Jef Todd, regional chairman of the East Midlands fbe and business development director at civil and structural engineering company BSP Consulting. “Our criteria for the nominated projects focused on sustainability, good design, and interaction and engagement with the local community. “The judges were particularly pleased to read about the entries in the Best Rising Star category, our new category for this year, and to see the younger generation of professionals who are making a significant contribution to the built environment. “I’d like to thank all the teams who nominated projects and individuals, and congratulate the finalists on their success.” More than 120 professionals from the construction, development and property sector in the region are expected to attend the awards ceremony, which will be hosted once again by former BBC East Midlands political editor John Hess, who is now honorary professor in politics at the University of Nottingham. All tickets have now been sold for the event. The awards have been sponsored by D W Hicks Building Co Ltd, integrated building solutions company J Tomlinson Ltd, civil engineering, mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineers BSD, engineering and environmental consultants M-EC Consulting Development Engineers and chartered accountants and business advisers Duncan & Toplis. Civil and structural engineering company BSP Consulting has sponsored the drinks reception. The fbe is a national organisation, with branches across the UK and is the longest established networking group for the property, development and construction industries. As well as running the annual awards scheme, the organisation also organises a number of social and other events. The East Midlands branch covers Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.

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THE NATIONAL Construction Academy (NCA) is set to be officially opened by television personality Nick Knowles on the 14th October 2016. The ceremony will feature a schedule of events culminating with Knowles demolishing a wall to officially declare the academy on 20 Downing Road in Derby city centre open. The academy has been set up to address the skills shortage in the construction industry through the delivery of high quality, industry-focused apprenticeship programmes. Knowles is a strong supporter of the academy having recently taken up the role of President of NCA. He has used his experience of the industry to influence the development of the programmes. Ian Hodgkinson, co-founder of NCA, said: “It is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the progress made so far. We welcome all employers and young people to attend to give them the opportunity to see the fantastic opportunities available within the building trade for apprentices and employers who embrace apprenticeships to grow their business”. The academy currently offers a traineeship and apprenticeship in bricklaying to “Fast Track” candidates into the construction trade. NCA is part of Aspire Achieve Advance (3AAA) – an Ofsted Grade 1 training provider operating on a national basis. 3aaa has its headquarters in Derby and works with young people and employers in the Midlands.

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Mr Chris Newington (c/o Agent: Mrs Helen Broadhurst, Vale Planning Consultants, Elder House, 2 Boyers Orchard, Harby, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 4BA) – Proposed residential development of 7 dwelllings – at Former Tea Kettle Hall, The Green, Diseworth, Derby DE74 2QH. Bloor Homes Midlands (c/o Agent: Mrs Louise Whinnett, Pegasus Group Limited, 4 The Courtyard, Church Street, Lockington, Derby DE74 2SL) – Erection of 172 dwellings with associated garaging/parking, infrastructure, open space and landscaping – at land off Frearson Road, Coalville, Leics. LE67 2XA.

Oadby & Wigston Mr Raj Aggarwal (c/o Agent: Paul Thirlby, Gordon White & Hood, Beresford House, 1 Newton Street, Leicester LE1 6WH) – Demolition of existing retail and storage premises and redevelopment with 15 flats, a new A5 unit and associated external works – at 55-57 Queens Drive, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2DG. Miss Helen Bareford (c/o: David Wilson Homes East Midlands, Forest Business park, Cartwright Way, Bardon Hill, Coalville, Leics. LE67 1GL) – Reserved matters application for the residential development of 450 dwellings, open space, allotments, landscaping and storm water balancing – at land south of Newton Lane, Wigston, Leicester. Mr H S Gill Rana (c/o Agent: Kurosh Morad, KMC Consultancy, 60 St Annes Drive, Leicester LE2 8HT) – Change of use from Class B1(a) to form 2 selfcontained flats – at 91 Blaby Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 4PB. Kier Property Developments Ltd (c/o Agent: Jeremy Williams, ID Planning, Atlas House, 21 King Street, Leeds LS1 2HL) – Demolition of existing buildings and erection of proposed food store, mixed warehouse/retail unit and mobile catering unit in car park – at Former Premier Drum Site, Blaby Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 4DF.

Blaby District Westleigh Partnerships Ltd & David Hair (c/o Agent: Mrs Louise Hryniw, Shakespeare Martineau, 1 Meridian South, Leicester LE19 1WY) – Residential development comprising 50 dwellings, associated infrastructure, open space and landscaping – at land off Enderby Road, Whetstone, Leicester.

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Better collaboration between house builders and subcontractors key to solving skills crisis GREATER collaboration between house builders and their subcontractors is essential if the industry is to address its skills shortage and continue to increase output in the coming years a new report reveals.

‘The case for collaboration in the supply chain’goes on to say that providing subcontractors with better visibility on future work; prompt payment; and sharing training resources will help enable them to grow and so increase industry capacity. The report is the first major piece of work to be undertaken for the new Home Building Skills Partnership (HBSP), a pan industry body set up by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and Home Builders Federation (HBF) in June to ensure the industry has the skills it needs to deliver. Whilst housing output has increased by around one-third in just two years to around 155k homes a year, following five years of general decline, we are still some way short of the estimated 230k homes a year required – meaning tens of thousands more skilled workers will be required. With the industry reliant on subcontract labour, the report says that to achieve this, house builders need to shift from a ‘procurement’ to a ‘development’ approach to its supply chain. The report is based on research conducted with 20 large UK housebuilders and 204 subcontractors, who in total employ up to 150,000 workers. It reveals that: • Two thirds of subcontractors want to grow through house building • Builders and subcontractors have mutual objectives – profitable work, positive reputations, safe and productive sites • 57% of subcontractors are planning to increase direct employment in the next year • Only 50% of subcontractors are confident they can meet house builders needs • Critical shortages include ground workers, plumbers, electricians, bricklayers, carpenters, plasterers, roofers and painters • Without greater collaboration supply chain capacity increases will be limited The report goes on to make a series of recommendations. These include for: • Housebuilders to give greater visibility to their future pipeline of work at regional levels; to reduce the half year and year end pressures; pay promptly; make the training infrastructure they have in place available for subcontractors; consider mandating subcontractor training. • Subcontractors to proactively engage with house builders and the HBSP over workloads, recruitment and training. The report calls on the HBSP and CITB to take the recommendations in the report forward and develop solutions that will lead to increased cooperation and more joined -up training processes that will allow the industry to grow, and in particular, increase the number of apprentices. Speaking at the report launch, John Tutte, chair of the HBSP said: “The industry faces a huge challenge in the years ahead as it looks to attract and train the people required to build the homes the country needs. The relationship between homebuilders and subcontractors is absolutely critical in terms of how the industry recruits and delivers and it is imperative we work more closely together. The report provides some key insight into how we can collaborate more effectively to deliver improved training processes and ultimately increase capacity. We will now work closely with industry stakeholders to act on the recommendations as part of our wider drive to tackle the skills challenge we face.” Steve Radley, Director of Policy at CITB, said: “This research provides new insight into homebuilding supply chains and how they work, which is a critical first step to tackling the skills challenge in homebuilding. The new partnership and the evidence it has brought together offers the best opportunity in years to foster much closer working in the sector, which will improve skills, help companies become more productive and cost effective, and ultimately help us build the homes we need.”

Mr Gary Warren (c/o Agent: Miss Subrina Fernandes, TMDP LLP, Unit 3, Bridge Farm, Holt Lane, Ashby Magna, Lutterworth, Leics. LE17 5NJ) – Extension and conversion of existing dwelling to provide 5 selfcontained flats with off-street parking, plus part two-storey/part single storey extension to rear and single storey extension to side – at 2 Vicarage Close, Kirby Muxloe, Leicester LE9 2AS. Mr Hitesh Pujara (c/o Agent: Nilesh Chudasama, 21 Cameron Avenue, Leicester LE4 7QL) – Demolition of existing single storey rear extensions, erection of single storey rear extensions and first floor and two-storey extensions to provide 4 self-contained flats with associated parking – at 13,15 & 17 Ashtree Road, Cosby, Leicester LE9 1UA. Mr & Mrs T Mathews (c/o Agent: Wilbraham Associates Ltd, 18A Regent Place, Rugby, Warks. CV21 2PN) – Erection of 2 detached dwellings – at land rear of Shuttleworth Grange, Shuttleworth Lane, Cosby, Leicester. Newbuild Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: RG+P, 130 New walk, Leicester LE1 7JA) – Erection of 4 detached residential dwellings – at land rear of 31,33 & 33A Winchester Road, Countesthorpe, Leics. LE8 5PN.

Charnwood Borough Mr Tom Hazelton (c/o Agent: KRT Associates Ltd) – Conversion of former public house to form 3 dwellings – at 16 High Street, Sileby, Leics. LE12 7RX. APAC Packaging (c/o Agent: Pegasus Planning Group) – Erection of a building for use as 2 retail units with parking – at APAC Packaging, Loughborough Road, Rothley, Leics. LE7 7NL. David Wilson Homes East Midlands – Erection of 66 dwellings (Revised scheme) – at land west of Allendale Road, Loughborough, Leics. Tofino Homes (c/o Agent: Architectural Solutions) – Erection of 5 detached dwellings (revised scheme) – at 40 Curzon Avenue, Birstall, Leicester LE4 4AB. Jelson Limited (c/o Agent: David Granger Design Ltd) – Erection of 180 dwellings , (Reserved matters Outline planning application, P/14/1604/2 refers)– at land at Tickow Lane, Shepshed, Leics.

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Davidsons Developments Ltd – Erection of 101 dwellings (Reserved matters, Outline Application P/14/0708/2 refers) – at land at Barkby Road, Queniborough, Leics. LIDL UK Gmbh & Tillbridge Developments (c/o Agent: Rapleys LLP) – Erection of retail store with associated car parking and landscaping following demolition of existing buildings – at land to the north of Station Avenue, Loughborough, Leics. Peppercorn Serviced Offices (c/o Agent: AD Planning Services Ltd) – Conversion of property to form 2 dwellings – at 3 Bassett Court, Russell Street, Loughborough, Leics. Mr J Singh (c/o Agent: MCL Design Services) – Demolition of existing bungalow and erection of 8 dwellings – at 100 Colby Drive, Thurmaston, Leicester LE4 8LD. Woodgate Homes (c/o Agent: Pegasus Planning Group) – Erection of 2 detached dwellings – at Manor Farm, 85 Main Street, Queniborough, Leics. LE7 3DB. Strata Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: Pegasus Planning Group) – Erection of 71 dwellings (Reserved matters, Outline application P/14/0777/2 refers) – at land of Iveshead Road, Shepshed, Leics. Mr Richard Smallman (c/o Agent: Ancer Spa Ltd) – Site for the erection of up to 5 dwellings and associated access following demolition – at 237 Bradgate Road, Anstey, Leicester LE7 7FX. Four Seasons Healthcare (c/o Agent: Red Sky Architects) – Site for the erection of 9 dwellings and associated access – at Westroyd House, Tickow Lane, Shepshed, Leics. LE12 9LY Tilco (c/o Agent: CC Town Planning) – Site for the erection of up to 4 dwellings and associated access – at land between Moir Close and Railway Embankment, Brook Street, Sileby, Leics. LE12 7RN. Mr R Powell – Erection of one dwelling, conversion of 2 barns to 2 dwellings, demolition of existing single-storey addition at rear of existing dwelling – at May House, 16 Tanners Lane, Hathern, Leics. LE12 5JG.

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Confidence in the East Midlands housing market returns after the EU Referendum result House prices continue to rise in the East Midlands Sales in the region rise modestly over the month Buyer enquiries and sales instructions continue to slip albeit at a reduced pace.

CONFIDENCE in the East Midlands housing market shows gradual signs of recovery, following the immediate reaction to the EU Referendum according to the latest results from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Residential Market Survey. Certainty is returning to the East Midlands housing market this month with price and sales expectations moving in to positive territory for the first time since the vote to leave the EU. A net balance of 16% of surveyors expect prices to rise once again across the region. In addition, 7% of chartered surveyors anticipate sales picking up over the autumn months. Across the UK confidence continues to recover at a gradual pace with August’s results being the first time both the three and twelve month price and sales expectations returning to positive territory. A key factor in supporting the rising prices is the continued shortage of stock for sale. This looks set to continue in the East Midlands as new instructions declined once more during August with 38% of respondents reporting a fall in new properties coming onto the market. As a result, stock on estate agents’ books in the region slipped for the second month in a row and is now approaching the record low. New buyer enquiries for August fell albeit at a greatly reduced pace. July’s report showed a balance of 50% of chartered surveyors reporting a decline in interest from buyers. This month only 9% more chartered surveyors have seen a reduction in new buyer enquiries (as opposed to an increase). In line with the modest decline in new buyer enquiries newly agreed signs also showed signs of recovery. A net balance of 3% of respondents have reported a fall rather than a rise in newly agreed sales – an improvement from -50% last time. Looking ahead, prices over the next twelve months are projected to drift higher, and above the national expectations. Chartered surveyors expect to see a 2% rise in prices between now and August 2017 across the region whilst nationally the expectation is 1%. Simon Rubinsohn, RICS Chief Economist, commented: “There are clear signs that the housing market is settling down after the initial surprise of the outcome to the EU referendum. Buyer enquiries did dip again in August but only modestly, and more significantly, sales expectations are beginning to edge upwards once again. It is likely the swift response from the Bank of England, both in terms of the lowering of the capital buffer and the cut in interest rates, has played a role in helping to support confidence. “The more assured mood is also reflected in some of the longer term RICS indicators although this in itself could serve to re-ignite ongoing concerns surrounding affordability with five year projections for both prices and rents in the latest survey back to their highest level since May.” Chris Charlton FRICS of Nottingham agency Savills commented: “We have experienced a more buoyant market than anticipated post Brexit. There have been a good number of deals with sensible vendors considering deliverable offers. Those that are falling through are usually due to a lack of finance, an inability to obtain it or an underlying hesitancy that will make sales fail at the slightest obstacle.” In the lettings market, yet again, the supply/demand mismatch is squeezing rents higher and well above national readings. In August, a net balance of 35% of respondents reported an increase in demand while a net balance of 12% reported a decline in new instructions coming onto the market. Demand has, for a long time, outpaced supply but this is the second consecutive month where chartered surveyors have reported a decline in new properties coming onto the market. Martin Pendered FRICS of Wellingborough agency Martin Pendered & Co Ltd commented: “Tenant demand still exceeds supply and there is no sign of a change. August tends to be a quiet month but good clean houses will find ready tenants. We have found that tenants are tending to stay put, partly due to the lack of available alternative properties.”

Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Mr James Lister (c/o Agent: Rob Duncan, 70 Ferndale Road, Lichfield WS13 7DL) – Erection of 2 maisonettes – at 34 Croft Pool, Bedworth, Warks. CV12 8QW. Davidsons Developments (c/o Agent: Rebecca Smith, John Ormond House, 899 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 3XJ) – Erection of 120 dwellings (Approval of reserved matters – outline application 032438 refers) – at Site 31B004, Land rear of 194-262 The Long Shoot, Nuneaton, Warks. Davidsons Developments (c/o Agent: Rebecca Smith, John Ormond House, 899 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 3XJ) – Erection of 35 dwellings – at Site 31B004, Land rear of 194-262 The Long Shoot, Nuneaton, Warks. Mr Julian Scott (c/o Agent: R John Craddock, 25-27 Dugdale Street, Nuneaton, Warks. CV11 6BP) – Erection of new storage and showroom unit, to include demolition of the existing factory – at Datum Engineering Co Ltd, Whitacre Road, Nuneaton, Warks. CV11 6BP. Plough Hill LLP (c/o Agent: Michael Robson, Vesey House, 5-7 High Street, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham B72 1XH) – Residential development of up to 300 houses, open space, relocation of existing nursery, access and associated works with demolition of existing buildings – at Site 36A002 – Plough Hill Golf Centre, Plough Hill Road, Nuneaton, Warks. CV10 9NZ. Mrs Charlotte Henson (c/o: 2 Horizon Place, Mellors Way, Nottingham Business Park, Nottingham NG8 6PY) – Erection of 330 dwellings (approval of reserved matters) – at Site 42C019 – land corner of Eastboro Way and The Long Shoot, Nuneaton. Mr Richard McIlwraith (c/o Agent: Ben Palmer, 4 Sutton House, Coles Lane, Sutton Coldfield B72 1NE) – Erection of 2 pairs of semi-detached houses and one unit above garage block – at Site 124A008 - land and garages at rear of 2-12 Scholfield Road, Keresley.

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Corby Borough LXB RP (Rushden) Limited (c/o Agent: East Northamptonshire District Council, Development Control, Cedar Drive, Thrapston, Northants. NN14 4LZ) – Erection of a leisure building to include a cinema, restaurant and retail units and other leisure uses and erection of a cycle hire facility – at land adjacent to Skew bridge Ski Slope, Northampton Road, Rushden, Northants. NN10 6AP. Mr Steve Mitchell (c/o Agent: Sam Silcocks, Harris Lamb, Grosvenor House, 75-76 Francis Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B16 8SP) – Erection of 27 dwellings including associated infrastructure and landscaping – at Weldon Football Club, Oundle Road, Weldon, Corby, Northants. NN17 3JT. Mr Pickford (c/o Agent: Sam Silcocks, Harris Lamb, Grosvenor House, 75-76 Francis Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B16 8SP) – Erection of 29 dwellinghouses including associated infrastructure and landscaping – at Glebe Farm, 10A Church Street, Weldon, Corby, Northants. NN17 3JY.

Rushcliffe Borough Ideal Care Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: Miss Joanne Sutcliffe, LNT Construction Ltd, Helios 47, Leeds LS25 2DY) – Demolition of existing building and erection of threestorey 66-bed care home for older people – at Landmere Nursing Home, Ruddington Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG11 7DD. Mr Paul Hearn (c/o Agent: Michael Congreve, Bi design Architecture Ltd, 79 High Street, Repton, Derbyshire DE65 6GF) – Extensions and alterations to existing nursing home to increase it to 34 beds – at St Peter’s Rest Home, Vicarage Lane, Ruddington, Nottingham NG11 6HB.

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FIVE OF East Midlands’ most talented property professionals are in the running for nationwide recognition after making it on to the shortlist for the 2016 RICS Matrics Young Surveyor of the Year Awards. The annual awards launched three years ago in a bid to raise awareness of, and reward inspirational role models in the land, property and construction sectors. Hundreds of young surveyors from across the UK – aged 35 and under - were nominated, with a shortlist of 78 aspiring to be crowned ‘Young Surveyor of the Year’ in their respective sector or specialism. There are 11 awards and finalists from the East Midlands are in the following categories: • Asset & FM: Steph Davis of Travis Perkins • Project Management: Joanne Hardwicke of Focus Consultants • Rural: Amy Biddell of Mather Jamie Ltd • Rural: James Boddington of Fisher German • Rural: Carl Pearson of Fisher German Other categories include: Building Surveying, Commercial Agency, Mentor of the Year, Public Sector/Academia, Planning and Development, Quantity Surveying, Residential, and Valuation. The overall ‘Young Surveyor of the Year’ title is awarded to the professional judged to have made a significant contribution to the industry. Last year, the title went to Leeds based quantity surveyor, Leanne Owen (nee Kitson) of Faithful+Gould for going above and beyond to understand a client’s needs when tasked with delivering over 2,000 homes for those with dementia. Leanne commented: “Winning the Surveyor of the Year title has enhanced my profile and I’ve been invited to a number of high profile industry events including the Queens Patrons Lunch. Younger members of the industry should be proud of their achievements and enter these awards as an opportunity to highlight their positive influence on the land, property and construction sectors.” Speaking on the announced shortlist, Victoria Hampson, RICS Regional Director, North & Midlands added: “These exceptional young finalists have made a remarkable contribution to their local property markets and are testament to the bright and ambitious talent that continues to come out of East Midlands. I wish them the very best of luck in raising national awareness of their achievements which have helped ensure the region remains a fantastic place to live, work and visit.” The winners will be announced at a black tie ceremony on 18 November in London and will be hosted by lifelong campaigner for equality and inclusion, Chris Holmes MBE, Britain’s most successful Paralympic swimmer. To book to attend the 2016 RICS Matrics Young Surveyor of the Year Awards visit: www.ricsawards.org/ysoya or t: (0)20 7695 1600.

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Rushcliffe Borough Council (c/o Agent: Toby Evison, Allan Joyce Architects Ltd, 16-20 Bath Street, Nottingham NG1 1DF) – refurbishment of 10 existing retail units, change of use of first floor from residential to office and financial/ professional services, and demolition of buildings housing a Medical centre, Police Station, ATM & Library – at Cotgrave Shopping Centre, Candleby Lane, Cotgrave, Notts. Persimmon Homes (c/o: Davidson House, Meridian East, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1WZ) – Residential development with associated public open space, landscaping, access and other infrastructure works (reserved matters for 74 dwellings under outline planning permission 12/01840/OUT) – at land east of Kirk Ley Road, East Leake, Notts. Linby Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: Richard Bayes, 24 Shelford Avenue, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Notts. NG17 8HF) – Construction of 3 new dwellings – at land north of 8A St Marys Crescent, Ruddington, Notts. Trustees of JH & CEA Plowright (c/o Agent: Miss Elanor Wright, Oxalis Planning, Unit 7, Wheatcroft Business Park, Landmere Lane, Edwalton, Notts. NG12 4DG) – Demolition of existing buildings, and construction of a residential scheme of up to 10 dwellings – at Olivers Yard, New Road, Barton in Fabis, Notts. Mr Mark Allonby (c/o Agent: Mark Bassett, Freeths LLP, Cumberland Court, 80 Mount Street, Nottingham NG1 6HH) – Construction of 2 detached dwellings with associated garages, landscaping and access – at land south of Merrymead, Leake Lane, Stanford on Soar, Notts.

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