England's planning rules are set for a change that could facilitate small-scale housing developments through a new "medium-site" category, targeting projects with 10 to 49 homes. The initiative aims to reduce the bureaucratic burden associated with larger developments, making it easier for SME developers, self-builders, and community-led projects to obtain planning permission. Currently, many small developments face lengthy negotiation processes and assessments. The proposed changes could significantly speed up construction and address the housing shortage by increasing the number of viable small and medium-scale housing projects.
The government's proposed "medium-site" category aims to cut red tape for developments between 10 and 49 homes, helping self-builders unlock land and move faster.
Under a new proposal, the government wants to introduce a "medium-site" threshold (10-49 homes) with lighter requirements and shorter approval times for housing projects.
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