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Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting

UK Construction Blog

This special planning regulation gives local planning authorities extra control by restricting permitted development rights in specific areas or for particular types of development. The primary purpose of an Article 4 Direction is to give local authorities greater control over development.

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Luton Town’s New Stadium: Power Court’s £450m Journey from Planning to Premier League Reality

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways Luton Town will move from their historic 12,000-capacity Kenilworth Road to a new 25,000-seat Power Court Stadium in 2028/29, marking the end of 119 years at their current cramped ground and doubling their matchday capacity to meet Premier League requirements.

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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

Available in various types (standard prestressed, high strength and fair-faced options) and sizes (widths from 100mm to 215mm and lengths from 600mm to 3000mm), these lintels can accommodate diverse building requirements. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

on the exterior of the building, which increases the effective thermal resistance of the assembly. As a result, EIFS has become an attractive cladding option for use in prefabricated wall panels, in which EIFS materials are shop-applied to sheathing and metal stud backup wall construction under controlled conditions.

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Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025

UK Construction Blog

The post Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task. This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls.

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The Growth Trap Swallowing Texas Construction Firms

Construction Daily News

They commit to completion dates based on historical supply timelines, only to discover those timelines no longer apply in the current market. When supervisory talent spreads thin, quality control suffers. Trust builds over successive projects as contractors demonstrate reliability. Lead times extend. Material waste increases.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

You control how much to spend, and with expert advice, you can estimate the value your changes will add to your property. When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. You’re not alone.