Plans To Convert Empty Office Space into Housing

The planning minister, Nick Boles, will reveal plans to allow the conversion of empty office blocks into flats without planning permission. The Government intends to allow developers to avoid long-winded and costly planning procedures in an effort to increase the housing supply. The plans, known as 'permitted development rights', will not include the City of London. Shops and warehouses across the country will also be excluded from the plans.  Read more on 24dash.