Planning Approval has been granted for two new dwellings in Gorran Churchtown which includes the reconstruction of an existing cottage. The proposed design had to be carefully considered to respect the character of the village which is within an Area of Outstanding...
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Planning Approval for Truro City Football Club Reserves for improvements to the playing fields
CAD Architects have secured Planning Approval for Truro City Football Club Reserves for improvements to the playing fields at Tregye Fields in Carnon Downs. The proposals include new floodlights, improved parking area, a temporary building and the reuse of existing...
The Importance of Site Assessments for Residential and Commercial Developments
By Mark Dawes, Managing Director, CAD Architects Site assessment is a vital initial stage of any residential or commercial development project, and it is important to execute this thoroughly and in a structured way. Site assessment gives the developer and their...
A Brief Guide to Conservation Areas
By Sam Mayou, Heritage Director, CAD Heritage (Photo by Darren Welsh on Unsplash) If you are planning to buy a property in a conservation area, or intend to build a new property there, then this will place a number of important regulations and restrictions on the work...
The Challenge of Delivering Affordable Housing for Our Communities
By Mark Dawes, Managing Director, CAD Architects Defining a complex issue What the media call “the UK housing crisis” has been much in the news over recent years. But what does that term really mean and to whom does it apply? Is it the young trying to afford a home?...
Planning Approval granted for a modern extension at Mylor Creek
Planning Approval has been granted for a modern extension to a historic house overlooking Mylor Creek. The modern design is intended to contrast with the traditional dwelling and provides the original property with a much-improved outlook onto the river, with a large...