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Podcast: The Property Nomads Podcast
Episode: More Planning Laws To Be Relaxed, With Usual Backlash From The Masses
Description: Michael Gove is looking to relax planning rules in order to create more homes in city centres, and it has sparked an explosive reaction from the public - but why? In this episode, Rob talks about why these new relaxed rules are actually a good thing. KEY TAKEAWAYS Betting shops and empty retail units are to be allowed to be converted into residential property, which is a very good way of recycling the high street. Critics of the plan are stating that conversions are generally low quality, but this depends on who is doing it, and...