Mayors proposed new planning powers
Sunday 23rd August, 2026
The UK Government has proposed giving mayors across England powers to approve or reject major developments, including schemes with more than 150 homes; the proposals are not yet in force.
This gives Rightmove a natural role in discussing how faster, mayor-led planning decisions could affect housing supply and choice across England.
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Why have we flagged this?
Proposed mayoral planning powers could affect where and how many homes are built, giving Rightmove an opportunity to share development and housing supply data.
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