EP have been working on a large number of renewable energy schemes over the past couple of years, including applications for planning permission, listed building consent, lawful development certificates and prior approval. One such suite […]
RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence 2023 – We’re Finalists!
We’re happy to be able to announce that we have been shortlisted as finalists in the RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence for the North East for 2023. This follows our success at the North East […]
Why You Should Say NO to Plastic Grass
Over recent years, the huge growth in the use of plastic grass and plants has contributed heavily to the loss of biodiversity. Wildlife populations have dropped by more than two thirds (69%) in the last […]
Ecological Surveys and Planning Permission
With any building development or change of use, certain processes must be followed to ensure that a project can go ahead in line with all relevant legislation. Planning permission is usually required for ‘development’ (such […]
Introducing Kaelan, Our New Office Administrative Assistant at EP
At EP, we have recently taken on a new Office Administrative Assistant, Kaelan Richards who is currently completing her LLB Law Degree at Newcastle University. She provides support to all aspects of our business, managers, and […]
My First Month as a Planning Assistant: Insights from an Architecture Graduate
At EP, we have recently taken on a new planning assistant, Athira Pushpagaran who is currently completing her MSc Urban Planning at Newcastle University. She completed her undergraduate degree in Architecture after which she worked as […]
15-Minute Cities: A Planner’s Perspective
The 15-minute cities concept conceives that by actively designing an urban area, the daily needs of work, education, healthcare and leisure can be reached by a 15-minute walk or bike ride from where you live. […]
Low Traffic Neighbourhood Proposals Extended in Newcastle
Jesmond will become the fourth area of Newcastle to become a low traffic neighbourhood, following proposals set out by Newcastle City Council. The council suggests that measures will be installed to restrict traffic through local […]
What’s the Difference Between Outline Planning and Permission in Principle?
We have received several enquiries recently posing this question. It’s a common assumption that ‘outline planning’ and ‘permission in principle’ are one and the same, particularly in relation to new build housing. We’ve prepared this […]
NPPF Changes and the Impact on Local Plans: A Manchester Perspective
Proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) will make it easier to plan for fewer homes. The Government’s justification is for greater emphasis on the plan-making system, but plans will now not have […]
Jo Rogers Elected as a Chartered Town Planner
Everyone at ethical partnership is thrilled to be able to announce that Jo Rogers is now a Chartered Town planner after being elected as a Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI). She can […]
National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF): Have Your Say on Proposed Revisions
On 22 December 2022 the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities published a consultation document on the proposed reforms to National Planning Policy together with their proposed revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework, […]