Nutrient neutrality rules set to receive overhaul to unblock 120,000 homes

A house built in a forest
Nutrient neutrality rules are set to be changed by Labour to free up houses stuck in the planning system (Image credit: Getty Images)

Nutrient neutrality rules are set to be changed to remove restrictions to homebuilding, allowing up to 120,000 more homes to be built each year.

The Labour Government have notified conservation groups that any changes will be done “without weakening environment protections” but that unlocking homes stuck by these environmental protection measures will also take priority.

Joseph Mullane
News Editor

News Editor Joseph has previously written for Today’s Media and Chambers & Partners, focusing on news for conveyancers and industry professionals.  Joseph has just started his own self build project, building his own home on his family’s farm with planning permission for a timber frame, three-bedroom house in a one-acre field. The foundation work has already begun and he hopes to have the home built in the next year. Prior to this he renovated his family's home as well as doing several DIY projects, including installing a shower, building sheds, and livestock fences and shelters for the farm’s animals. Outside of homebuilding, Joseph loves rugby and has written for Rugby World, the world’s largest rugby magazine.