Samuel Leeds
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Planning Loopholes Even I Never Knew Existed
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May 12, 2025
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In this powerful interview, I sit down with Ian Walmsley, the founder of The Planning Geek, to uncover the TRUTH about planning permission, permitted development rights, Article 4 directions, and so much more.
If you're a UK property investor trying to navigate the complexities of planning law, this is the one video you can't afford to miss. Ian shares over 20 years of experience and answers the BIG questions most people get wrong — even planning officers themselves consult his website!
Whether you're converting commercial properties to residential, scaling your HMO portfolio, or simply extending your home, understanding permitted development could save you tens of thousands of pounds and months of unnecessary delays.
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🔑 *KEY TOPICS COVERED:*
→ The REAL meaning of Article 4 and how to check what’s restricted in your area
→ Permitted development rights for residential and commercial properties
→ How to turn commercial units into flats using Class MA
→ Common planning mistakes that trigger enforcement action
→ How to legally increase your HMO capacity without full planning
→ Certificate of Lawfulness vs planning permission
→ What local councils don’t tell you about service accommodation use classes
→ Why some “planning consultants” give you the WRONG advice
→ How AI and ChatGPT are misinforming investors on planning law
→ The truth about “grandfather rights” and keeping your lawful use status
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