New planning rules outline strict criteria for installing plug-in solar panels, and not all areas qualify under “permitted development.” If your proposed spot is off-limits, you may need formal permission before moving ahead.

Local planners turned down a completed barn conversion project more than a year after its construction. Officials cited an “unacceptable risk to life,” underscoring the importance of rigorous safety considerations even for finished developments.

A new Starbucks is coming to Farnsfield after the district council granted planning permission, despite concerns raised over highway safety. Councillors discussed potential road risks but ultimately voted in favor of the development, paving the way for the coffee giant to proceed.