The Rural Planning Co

10/08/2026

🌿 BNG Just Got Easier! 🌿

Did you previously decide BNG made your project too costly or complicated to pursue? It might now be worth taking another look.

✅ Since February 2024, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) has been a mandatory part of most planning applications, requiring a measurable increase in biodiversity value on site, off site, or through statutory credits. For a lot of the smaller rural projects we work on, this added extra cost and complexity to what should have been a straightforward application.
✅ From 6th August 2026, that's changed. Developments with a site area of 0.2 hectares or less are now exempt from mandatory BNG altogether, provided the site doesn't affect any on-site priority habitat.

Have you recently been granted permission for something that would now qualify as exempt? It's worth checking whether there's a way to revisit this under the new rules.

Give us a call and we can talk through where you stand.
☎️ 01299 667344
📧 [email protected]

06/08/2026

Could your farm buildings be earning their keep?

Do you have an agricultural barn that you would like to convert for commercial use?

If this is a project that you are considering then this webinar is a great place to start!

https://youtu.be/UyPAKt4Jjuw

21/07/2026

Is the most valuable building on your farm actually the underused, redundant agricultural building in the corner of the yard?

Watch our webinar and discover how you can use Class R to improve your income.

14/07/2026

Have you subscribed to our YouTube channel? 👇
https://www.youtube.com/

If you are considering a project on your farm that requires planning approval, this is a great place to find out what you need.

You'll find webinars, Q&A sessions and much more. If you need assistance with a planning application, get in touch and we can help guide you in the right direction.

09/07/2026

Could your farm buildings be earning their keep?

In this practical webinar, we will explain how Class R permitted development works, when it can be used, and the issues that commonly affect planning applications for commercial uses.

Register using the link in the comments below.

02/07/2026

Catch up on demand 💻🏡🚜🐄

Watch our recent webinar on Class Q and Barn Conversion planning applications.

If you are a farmer, landowner or rural business owner looking to convert an agricultural building to residential, this video will explain everything you need to know about Class Q Permitted Development Rights.

Follow the link below 👇
https://youtu.be/uGK76BK1Sq4

Planning Update: Class Q and Barn ConversionsA well planned plann...

29/06/2026

🕚 Last call for tomorrow's webinar.

🚜 If you are a farmer, landowner or you own a rural business then this is well worth a watch.

💻 Discover the latest Class Q changes, common pitfalls, and how to give your barn conversion the best chance of success.

👇 Register below using the link in the comments..

23/06/2026

Join us for our webinar on Class Q and Barn Conversions on Tuesday 30th June.

If you have redundant agricultural buildings then this is well worth a watch.

Register here 👇
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/361962982182643032

18/06/2026

We were delighted to sponsor the The CLA Big Breakfast at the Royal Three Counties Show alongside mfg Solicitors LLP and Fisher German for the third year running.

A fabulous, local breakfast. Great speakers - Richard Negus and Patrick Galbraith.

The event was a sell out and is always a great start to the Royal Three Counties Show. If you haven't been before, remember to sign up early next year!

16/06/2026

Join us on Tuesday 30th June for our webinar on Class Q and Barn Conversions.

✅ Class Q Planning Update
✅ What makes a successful application?
✅ Real life case studies and key deciding factors
✅ Live Q & A session

Register here 👇
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/361962982182643032