Architects News
The UK Building Safety Levy explained – what developers need to know before October 2026
By Gareth Ellis RIBA, Associate Architect at CAD Architects What is the Building Safety Levy and why is it being introduced? The Building Safety Levy is a government tax on new residential buildings in England, that will come into force on 1st October 2026. It is...
Barn Conversions in Cornwall: From Traditional Barns to Contemporary Homes
By Gareth Ellis RIBA, Associate Architect at CAD Architects Why consider a barn conversion in Cornwall? A barn conversion in Cornwall offers the opportunity to create a unique, design-led home in a sought-after rural setting. While traditional stone barns are often...
The Role of Public Consultation in Planning
By Laura Potts, MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Architects Public consultation is at the heart of the planning process. As a leading independent planning consultancy in Cornwall, we ensure that its vital role is fully taken into account. We have led many community...
How the CIL Fund helps local communities in Cornwall
By Laura Potts, MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Planning Here is a great current funding opportunity which may suit some local organisations. At CAD Architects, the leading planning consultancy in Cornwall, we are fully committed to sustainable development that adds...
Biggest revamp to planning rules in over a decade
By Laura Potts, MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Planning On 16th December 2025, the UK government published its proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework. Housing Secretary Steve Reed described the proposed reforms as “the most significant...