Legal and Reg compliant

Question 1

Why were minimum space introduced? What impact do MSS have on your role?

Answer 1

In October 2015, the government introduced a new nationally described space standard, which set out detailed guidance on the minimum size of new homes. According to this standard, the minimum floor area for any new home should be 37 sq. m.
These rules were intended to rationalise and streamline the planning system, however, they were criticised for being overly complicated and onerous, as well as being unlikely to have a positive impact. Crucially, the rules for local authorities are only optional, and must be introduced through the planning system (rather than through building regulations) by including a policy in a local plan.

Question 2

what is a Grampian condition

Answer 2

A “Grampian condition” is a planning condition attached to a decision notice that prevents the start of a development until off-site works have been completed on land not controlled by the applicant.

Question 3

what is a farm business tenancy

Answer 3

short term - AHA - long term, more security of tenure