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GuidanceSeptember 2026

Download The Grey Belt Toolkit | Tools you need to unlock development in the Green Belt

Download The Grey Belt Toolkit | Practical guide to unlocking development opportunities in the Green Belt. The Grey Belt presents significant opportunities for landowners and developers. But identifying the opportunity and navigating the planning process requires the right tools, knowledge and strategy. Our Grey Belt Toolkit gives you the tools you need to assess opportunities, understand the planning landscape and take the next step with confidence. Download your free toolkit today. Have a site you think could have potential? Talk to the ET Planning team. office@etplanning.co.uk 01344 508048

NewsSeptember 2026

ET Planning named Thames Valley Property Business of the Year 2026

On Thursday night ET Planning won Thames Valley Property Business of the Year at the 2026 Thames Valley Property Awards, held at Easthampstead Park in Wokingham.

GuidanceApril 2026

In Layman's Terms | NPPF 2025: What’s Changed?

This blog summarises the key changes from the December 2024 NPPF, explains how the new legislation reinforces them, and sets out what this means in practice for developers, landowners and the public sector.

GuidanceApril 2026

In Layman's Terms | The NPPF Explained

The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is the ultimate rulebook for town planning. Whether you’re extending your home, developing land, or investing in property, understanding the NPPF is crucial for getting planning approval.

GuidanceApril 2026

In Layman's Terms | NPPF Transitional Arrangements

Understanding the NPPF housing targets: What Are the ‘Transitional Arrangements’?

GuidanceApril 2026

In Layman’s Terms | Unlocking Development in Care & Education

ET Planning, explores the fast evolving planning landscape surrounding care and education settings including children’s homes, nurseries, and SEN schools.

GuidanceMarch 2026

In Layman’s Terms | What is the Grey Belt?

In this video, we break down what the English green belt actually is, what the term grey belt really means, and how local councils are now bending the rules.

GuidanceMarch 2026

In Layman's Terms | Site Promotion in Planning

In this episode, we’re covering the topic of site promotion a frequent question among landowners and consultants who are unsure whether now is the right time to promote their land for development.

GuidanceMarch 2026

In Layman's Terms | Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) is a development tax set by local councils to help fund essential infrastructure such as roads, schools, and open space. If you’re applying for permission for new homes, retail, or certain other developments, there’s a good chance that CIL will feature in your project’s costs.