We talk about it a lot here at Grove because it’s such a hot topic in UK property right now and we have fully embraced the concept of building reuse by creating buildings that are environmentally, socially, and economically responsible. We help our clients unlock the value of underused assets through thoughtful, sustainable PD projects, thereby supporting communities, investors, and the environment.
Why does it matter? England needs 340,000 new homes a year, and PD is helping fill that gap – quickly and sustainably. In the past ten years, 96,000 new homes were delivered in England through change-of-use Permitted Development Rights, and another 150,000 are estimated to be built by 2030. Office-to-residential conversions breathe new life into tired buildings, they reduce urban vacancy, and they support town centre regeneration. So it’s not just smart planning, it’s smart economics.
We offer a free of charge, pre-purchase site walk and advice, de-risking any purchase and development, so, if you’re considering a conversion or want to explore what’s possible, please reach out to Sam Nicholson or James Corcoran.