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39 Groups Demand End to Office Conversion Policy

9/2/2025

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Over 39 organizations, including Shelter and the LGA, urge the UK government to end office-to-residential conversions under permitted development rights (PDR).
This practice has resulted in a loss of nearly 28,000 affordable homes over 11 years.
Local authorities claim PDR enables developers to avoid contributing to affordable housing, affecting families in temporary accommodation.

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Story summary

Over 39 organizations, including Shelter and the LGA, urge the UK government to end office-to-residential conversions under permitted development rights (PDR).
This practice has resulted in a loss of nearly 28,000 affordable homes over 11 years.
Local authorities claim PDR enables developers to avoid contributing to affordable housing, affecting families in temporary accommodation.