Revitalizing Previously Used Buildings through Change of Use Legislation
According to Nigel Booen, director of design at Boyer, an LRG company, the government's expansion of permitted development rights has significant implications for the planning system.
The February 2024 amendments to Class MA of the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) have the potential to transform the way our towns and cities evolve, and potentially changes the fortunes of many older buildings.
The amendments removed the three-year vacancy requirement and the cap on the size of buildings eligible for conversion, allowing for a wider range of commercial properties to be repurposed for housing.
This change can breathe new life into previously used buildings, transforming the way our towns and cities develop.
Author's summary: Legislation update transforms old buildings into new homes.
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