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MDP have secured permission for a new enterprise aimed at providing high quality exercise and walking facilities for residents in and near to Swindon.
The permission for change of use of an agricultural field was granted last week for the dog exercise and relaxation business. The site, which is in an open countryside location, included a new landscaping scheme and hardstanding. The client is delighted with the consent and is working with MDP to discharge any conditions prior to opening in the autumn. For more information on discharging conditions, visit - Keeping your Planning Permission alive Mark Doodes met with Darren Field, Managing Director of The New Garden Room Company to discuss planning advice, General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) and the Planning Regulations for Garden Rooms.
Follow the link below for planning advice and more on garden rooms - Planning Rules for Garden Rooms |
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A rare opportunity to purchase a 1000 square metre development site with Planning Permission in place to demolish the existing dance studio and erect 2 detached family dwellings at circa 1550 sq.ft each (typically a 5 bedroom dwelling with two ensuites, and a separate study and dining room on the ground floor)...read more
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Read more about the successful appeal which was upheld for a client on Cornwall, plus an award of cost.
See how we can help you with your appeal |
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NSBRC National Self Build and Renovation Centre
Friday 7th July 10am -1pm A half day surgery, live at the NSBRC, covering Planning Permission, Finance & Funding and Reclaiming VAT. This surgery will include expert presentations, 1:2:1 expert consultations and a guided educational tour of the Centre’s life-sized exhibits with an NSBRC expert. Book your place |
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NSBRC National Self Build and Renovation Show
May 13th 1.45pm The Show has a timetable packed full of informative and impartial talks, to help inspire your homebuilding plans. As well presenting in the Build It Theatre on Saturday, we'll be available to discuss your project in the ‘Professional Services Hub throughout the two days....Book Now |
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A lesson in persistence!
Find out how MDP, despite a refusal from the LPA and an upheld appeal, managed to achieve planning success for their client to build a new home in an undeveloped gap between two existing homes in Granborough, Buckinghamshire...read more |
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NSBRC National Self Build and Renovation Show
May 12th - 13th Friday & Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm / Sunday 9:00am - 4:00pm It begins with an idea and ends with your dream home. The summer edition of the show offers two full days of masterclasses, case studies, seminars and an unrivalled line up of experts on hand to share their advice. It is a brilliant event if you are thinking about finding a plot and building a brand new home, renovating a tired property or even extending your current home. The Show has a timetable packed full of informative and impartial talks, to help inspire your homebuilding plans. We'll be available to discuss your project in the ‘Professional Services Hub throughout the two days....Book Now |
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Major Planning Application Submission
The demand for Abbott Diabetes Care’s innovative range of testing and diagnostic products has risen in recent years as a result of product development and the pandemic. Whilst the existing facility has also undergone growth in recent years, commercial success continues to drive demand for new and larger facilities at their Witney site. Further to a positive Pre-Application submission, MDP have collaborated with RIDGE to submit a major planning application for expansion of two of their buildings to contain manufacturing and testing labs, plant, office and new staff welfare spaces including a significant investment in new mindfulness and ecology areas outside...read more |
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Permission was granted for the substantial remodelling of the interior of this impressive home in Maida Vale,
London ...read more |
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NSBRA Online Surgery Self Build Planning
Thursday 27th April 2023 7pm to 8.30pm Find out more and book tickets |
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As part of a permitted development optimisation strategy, MDP are helping clients achieve their self build project in the Green Belt in Maidenhead, West Berkshire...read more
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A two part strategy led to MDP achieving Planning success for clients in Braziers End, Buckinghamshire in the Greater London Green Belt... read more
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Sometimes it's worth persisting. Learn more about this site and how we achieved planning success for this client, overcoming many challenges from the Local Planning Authority.
Read more about how we can help you achieve your planning goals. |
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The LPA refused the application to reinstate the permitted development rights sighting, amongst other things, harm to the nearby AONB, local president and a view that the property was already close to being fully developed. MDP appealed against this decision...Find out more
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Through a two planning application strategy, MDP have secured planning permission for a new two storey home in Devizes Wiltshire...read more
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NSBRC ECO Workshop: Design & Planning
February 18th 10am - 4.30pm This workshop covers one of the most important eco issues today: What practical measures can be taken to make our homes more sustainable and energy efficient? This is your opportunity to get the facts straight from the experts. Hear what’s happening with government incentives, and understand the green investment opportunities different technologies offer so you can balance upfront costs with the long-term savings they may provide.
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NSBRC National Self Build and Renovation Show
January 27th - 29th Friday & Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm / Sunday 9:00am - 4:00pm Mark will be available all weekend in the Professional Services hub to talk to you about your projects. He'll also be providing Planning advice for Self Builders in the Build It Theatre at 2pm on Saturday. You can view the full three-day line-up and book your tickets here |
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NSBRC Online Surgery Self Build Question Time
Thursday 19th January 7pm - 8.30pm An interactive session featuring five selected experts, covering the core topics every potential self-builder needs to know! This 'not to miss' session will begin with five experts introducing themselves, their businesses and their area of expertise: A full hour is then dedicated to take your questions and discuss some of the wider issues every self-builder is faced with in 2023 in this facilitated, interactive session. Register here to attend for free |
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NSBRC National Self Build and Renovation Show
January 27th - 29th Friday & Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm / Sunday 9:00am - 4:00pm It begins with an idea and ends with your dream home. Produced by the National Self Build & Renovation Centre, the UK’s award-winning Self Build and Home Improvements Visitor Centre, the Winter edition of the Show offers three full days of masterclasses, case studies, seminars and an unrivalled line-up of experts on hand to share their advice. It is a brilliant event if you are thinking about finding a plot and building a brand-new home, renovating a tired property, or even extending your current home. MDP will be on hand every day to offer expert Planning advice to get your project off the right start....book here |
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Find out more about how to make the most of your allocated time at planning committee from what to include in your representation and tips on how to deliver it smoothly. We can also help... find out more
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You’ve managed to secure permission or you are buying land with planning permission already granted. But what are the important things to be aware of to ensure the consent is kept alive (“extant”) and commenced legally?
MDP explain some of the things to look out for and how to avoid costly resubmissions or stressfull moments. Read the full article |
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Following a high level of interest in Barn Conversions at the recent Self-build and Renovation Show last month, we are excited to be involved in an online Barn Conversion Surgery....book your place
MDP have a wealth of experience assisting our clients with Barn Conversions. Visit some of our pages for more info: About Barn Conversions How we can help Barn Conversion Projects |
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MDP have successfully secured planning permission for the erection of two homes in Netheravon, Wiltshire.
Following an initial refusal at appeal, MDP resubmitted an application which was granted permission in October 2022...read more |
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MDP have secured planning permission for the demolition of existing garages and the erection of a two bedroom bungalow in Devizes Wiltshire.
The scheme was locally unpopular and technical objections arose regarding Ecology, Highways, Drainage and Trees. By working with our network of consultants we provided reports and modified plans to gain a positive outcome...read more |
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Planning Surgery
24th September MDP will be presenting a Planning Surgery at this Autumn’s National Self Build and Renovation Show this Saturday. Find us in the Build It Theatre at 1pm where we’ll be talking you through the planning system surrounding self builds and answering your questions. Tickets are free when booked in advance or £12 per person on the day. |
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National Self Build and Renovation Show
23rd and 24th September MDP will again be at the September show providing you with honest, professional planning advice. We'll also be hosting a planning surgery on Saturday at 1pm followed by a Q&A session. The Show has a timetable packed full of informative and impartial talks, to help inspire your homebuilding plans. Alongside 200+ exhibitors within the NSBRC’s ‘Trade Village’, the ‘Professional Services Hub’ is the place to go for independent, expert advice from a range of specialists. You'll find a number of Architects and Designers, as well as experts on Planning, Project Management, Site Safety, Landscaping and more. In the Build It Theatre, you will hear key topics being discussed including; finding land, budgeting, planning and the new government backed ‘Help to Build’ scheme. |
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NSBRC Self Build Surgery: Planning
6th July 2022 7pm - 8.30pm This online session is designed specifically for self-builders at early stages of their project and will be delivered by Mark Doodes himself. The surgery features a 45 minute presentation, a live Q&A session – and provides exclusive follow-up access - so you can get your planning queries answered! Mark is a qualified, chartered and insured Town Planner with 20+ years' experience in preparing and assessing planning applications. His practice is part of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) consultants register and their role is to give you impartial advice throughout the process. Without planning permission your project hasn’t started, and this surgery is designed to ensure you are not wasting time, effort and capital on sites or strategies that are unlikely to be fruitful. The planning system is a complex and growing area; take expert advice upfront. Find out more and book your place |
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RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT - ABINGDON, OXFORDSHIRE
SOLD STC Offers in the region of £575,000. Land at 63 Swinburne Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 2HF A rare opportunity to purchase a 1000 square metre development plot with Planning Permission in place to demolish the existing dance studio and erect 2 detached family dwellings at circa 1550 sq.ft each (typically a 5 bedroom dwelling with two en-suites, and a separate study and dining room on the ground floor)...read more |
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MDP have secured planning permission for the conversion of agricultural barn into a new family dwelling, under the Class Q Permitted Development (Prior Notification) provisions.
Our planning consultants assembled the necessary third party reports, having briefed the consultant team, and drafted a robust planning statement to accompany the planning application, which was approved by the Local Authority in June 2022. MDP are now appointed to prepare technical drawings, discharge conditions and progress tenders on this site, with a view to our client self-building the project, as their main family home. The barn will present a unique opportunity for a new open market small dwelling outside the settlement boundary, in a secluded location with good views toward Didcot and the surrounding countryside. We look forward to seeing the finished results...read more |
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MDP are delighted to have secured planning permission for Abbott Diabetes Care Ltd in Witney, Oxfordshire.
Having already secured planning permission in 2019 for the expansion of the existing parking provision, an application was made for full planning permission to achieve additional parking, including disabled parking spaces, visitors parking spaces and electric vehicle charging points... read more |
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MDP have secured planning permission for a new dwelling in the Green Belt in the open countryside just outside Oxford.
Today’s result is the culmination of a three step planning strategy spanning two years, originating in a Site Assessment undertaken by us in 2019. The client is delighted with the outcome and will be continuing their self build journey with local NineTen Architects of Aylesbury this summer... read more |
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MDP will again be at the National Self Build and Renovation Show on 13th and 14th May. Come and meet the team at the Professional Services Hub and get free 1:1 professional planning advice about your project.
The Show has a timetable packed full of informative and impartial talks, to help inspire your homebuilding plans. Alongside 200+ exhibitors within the NSBRC’s ‘Trade Village’, the ‘Professional Services Hub’ is the place to go for independent, expert advice from a range of specialists... read more Book Tickets |
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"Kate and Chris Finch had planned to knock down the “ugly house” they had bought in the Berkshire Downs immediately, but more than a decade later the couple are just putting the finishing touches to their new-build family home.
Kate, 52, and her husband, Chris, 59, worked in finance in the City but, with their two daughters, Liv and Lucy, now 19 and 17 respectively, wanted to live in a more rural setting. After more than a year of looking and not finding anything they liked, they opted for a “project”."....read more |