In this edition of Planning Perspectives, we explore the growing impact of Biodiversity Net Gain on self storage development, highlight a successful indoor padel tennis project in Chesham, share our approach to unlocking smaller development opportunities, and review a recent planning appeal success in Hampshire.
Planning Perspectives
Spring 2026
Self Storage: Navigating Biodiversity Net Gain and a Changing Policy Landscape
Industry Sector Expertise
Self storage development is growing rapidly, but evolving Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements are creating new planning, cost and viability challenges for operators and developers. In this article, we explore how early planning and clear advice can help navigate an increasingly complex policy landscape. Read more about BNG and self storage here.
Read more about BNG and self storage.
Indoor Padel Tennis: Facility, Chesham – Planning Consent Secured
Planning Strategy
The Hertfordshire team secured planning permission for a new indoor padel tennis facility in Chesham, transforming vacant industrial floorspace into a vibrant community leisure destination. The scheme delivers four indoor courts and a café, with a planning strategy that successfully addressed employment land considerations.
Small But Tricky – Unlocking Opportunities for Smaller Schemes
Small Project Expertise
Smaller developments often come with complex challenges. Recent projects from our Devon team demonstrate how a pragmatic, well-informed approach can help navigate constraints and unlock opportunities.
How we approach small projects.
Planning Appeal Success in Hampshire
Appeals
A recent appeal success highlights how a clear, evidence-led strategy and a strong understanding of the planning balance can secure permission – even for development outside defined settlement boundaries.
We hope you find this edition useful and informative. If any of the topics relate to your current or future projects, we would be please to discuss how we can help.
