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Autumn 2024

Welcome to the Autumn 2024 edition of intouch!

In this edition of intouch, we look at the different types of title defect that affect renewable energy projects, and how we’re best placed to provide insurance solutions for them. We also highlight the changes to planning enforcement periods under the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act, and explain why we don’t foresee any impact on the availability or the price of our Lack of Planning policies. 

There’s a claims case study that revolves around a local authority threatening to take enforcement action against past works that were old enough to be immune from action. Plus, in Ask the Experts, we answer one of the questions our underwriters are faced with the most. And you won't want to miss our fantastic competition where you could win a KitchenAid Artisan mixer!

If you'd like to talk to us about any of the topics discussed in our articles, or to simply find out more about our products and services, call 01603 617617 or email enquiries@cli.co.uk.

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Green light for renewable energy projects

Today, renewable energy sources make up a significant proportion of the electricity mix that powers our homes and businesses. With the drive to meet the Government’s net zero target by 2050, and to decarbonise Britain’s electricity grid by 2030, more developers and funders are investing in renewable energy projects.

Claims case study: Breach of Planning

Where a breach of planning conditions has existed for at least ten years, our Claims team will aim to prove that it is immune from enforcement action by the local authority. But even where this is the case, resolving the claim effectively can be a slower and more costly process than you might expect.

Sticking to the plan

We’ve been contacted by a number of solicitors asking whether the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 and the new legislation will have any impact on the availability, price and cover provided under our suite of lack of planning consent policies.

Ask the experts

We answer one of the most common questions posed to our underwriters, what information is required to provide a quote for a development site?