Monthly Archives: February 2013



Use Classes Relaxation Paves Way for Transformation of Bath

Posted on 1 February, 2013 by Neil Bird under Top Properties

The relaxation of planning legislation announced this week by the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) could pave the way for a new Bath city centre residential community. As we have previously reported, the shake-up allows the... Read More

Commercial Property is Priced to Perform say Industry Experts

Posted on by Neil Bird under Industry News

Many commercial property investors have seen the value of their portfolios fall significantly over the past five years. Since the onset of the global economic crisis in 2007 investors have witnessed average falls of 11.4 per cent, while some have lost as much... Read More

Vacant New Builds in Scotland Eligible for Business Rates Relief

Posted on by MOVEHUT under Industry News

New commercial properties which are built in Scotland could be eligible for some or all of their business rates cut from April 2013. The move comes after the Scottish Government unveiled the plans to encourage development in Scottish cities. The scheme... Read More

Drop in Demand for Retail Space Causes Further Pain for High Street

Posted on by Kirsten Kennedy under Industry News

In times gone by, the high street played a central role in the employment and social opportunities for the majority of British people. Teenagers spent most of their free time and money wandering in and out of shops, while for many people the first stop for a... Read More