Politicians and the greenbelt
Stephen Byfield, managing director of communications consultancy PPS, argues that planners should be left alone to make decisions on the greenbelt, to overcome the "idiocy" of the current policy
You've got a deal
It may be an improving market, but that does not necessarily mean that selling a new home has become any easier for housebuilders. However, continuing our finance special, Chris Windle finds out how part exchange and incentive deals can move things along
Lenders assess the finance market
As the finance market begins to awaken again, Housebuilder asks key players in the lending sector for their assessment of the present situation
Think small
The housing market may be continuing its recovery, but the funding world remains a rather hostile environment for smaller developers. In the first part of Housebuilder’s finance special, Chris Windle reports on housebuilders’ experiences when sourcing development finance and the lenders that can help
The return of the Council House
Changes in council borrowing rules and the cutting of grant to housing associations have prompted local authorities to consider building homes themselves again. Will this be an opportunity for housebuilders? Mark Smulian reports
The value of being registered
Being registered with NHBC provides housebuilders with a host of benefits including free flags, research and technical expertise. Housebuilder reports
NHBC works with industry to reduce basement claims
NHBC is set to issue new Standards for basement construction later this year that will build on the current standards and offer practical guidance for structural waterproofing and the construction of basements. Housebuilder reports
How planners kill innovation
Stephen Byfield, managing director of communications consultancy PPS, says high land values quash innovation ... and whose fault is that?
Survey shows surge in new home plans
The revival in the housing market is reflected in Glenigan's annual house-type survey for Housebuilder with Taylor Wimpey leading the way for the first time. Steve Menary reports
Merchant squared
Merchant Square is the final stage of the redevelopment of Paddington Basin in London. Suzie Mayes visits one of the carefully designed apartment buildings and finds out more from development manager European Land
