Urban planning expert calls for a practical rethink on development viability as technically viable schemes fail to deliver on the ground.
The UK construction industry must fundamentally reassess how project viability is evaluated, according to Urbana's Michael Holloway. Industry analysis reveals that a significant number of housing and commercial development schemes are passing formal planning viability assessments, yet remain completely undeliverable when tested against real-world economic conditions on site.
The divide between paper viability and practical delivery stems from volatile material pricing, rising labour costs, and stricter regulatory compliance standards introduced across the UK building sector. Consequently, approved projects are stalled before groundworks begin, directly impacting site activity, subcontractor order books, and overall housebuilding output across the region.
What does this mean for a UK tradesperson or DIYer actually buying this kit — does it change what they should pay, buy, or watch out for?
For self-employed tradespeople, regional builders, and active DIYers, stalled development pipelines alter both work availability and material purchasing strategies across local trade counters:
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