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An announcement was made recently as a result of the Government consultation on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) to non-domestic private rented buildings. It was announced that from 2031, all private rental buildings over 1,000 m² will be required to reach a higher standard of energy efficiency to Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) B, where cost…

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a document that highlights the energy efficiency of a property. It is based on a rating system with A being the most efficient rating and G being the least efficient rating. A colour-coded graph, similar to those found on household appliances, is produced. In most circumstances, it is a legal requirement to obtain an EPC…

As we are at the midway point this year, I thought it would be beneficial to provide an overview of the relevant planning updates in our area. Huntingdonshire District Council Further to the Council’s Preferred Options draft Local Plan to 2046 consultation late last year, it has now consulted on several additional sites in locations…

One of the biggest challenges landlords face is keeping on top of maintenance and repairs. Timely repairs are key to keeping tenants happy and your property in good condition. Some common repairs that landlords may need to deal with: Damp and mould Damp and mould are common problems in rental properties, especially in older buildings….

Market uncertainty and buyer confidence The economic climate is always changing. While some believe it follows an eight-year cycle, others argue that the past ten years have been different. During this time, the economy has been shaken by a series of major world events, most recently the war in the Middle East. Whenever we see…

New starter Max Stapleton joins us as Auction Property Manager. Max has a wealth of experience, working for a local law firm and recruitment across a wide range of sectors. These varied environments helped to sharpen his natural sales ability and develop a confident, personable communication style. As Auction Property Manager, Max is valued for…

From 1st April 2026, a new legal obligation for business ratepayers in England and Wales introduced under the Non-Domestic Rating Act 2023, known as Duty to Notify, began its phased rollout in England, and it is expected to become fully mandatory by 1st April 2029. What is Duty to Notify? Duty to Notify is a…

Revised appeals procedure The key points are: Changes to Biodiversity Net Gain requirements The Government intends to introduce a new area-based exemption to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) contributions before 31st July 2026, which will apply to all developments where the site area (within the red line boundary) is 0.2 hectares or below. The Government has…

This map is for illustration purposes only. Milton Keynes ExpansionOfficially designated as a settlement in January 1967, the Government plans for Milton Keynes, like Tempsford, to experience huge growth in the next few decades. There are proposals for the city to expand by a third by 2050, with plans for 40,000 new homes and a…

Operating as we do in a broad arc from the Cotswolds in the west through the northern Home Counties across to the east coast, Robinson & Hall is well placed to comment on the residential development land market. The Oxford to Cambridge arc in particular is economically important and is targeted for growth by a…