New planning rules introduced across England will fast-track thousands of homes near train, tram and underground stations. Under the revised National Planning Policy Framework, applications for housing within walking distance of transport hubs will face a default approval stance alongside minimum density requirements. The reforms form part of wider UK planning changes intended to support local development, cut administrative delays and progress toward national housing targets.
Sotheby's International Realty has expanded into Vietnam with the opening of Vietnam Sotheby's International Realty. Based in Ho Chi Minh City, the new launch represents the company's 18th location in Asia. The business will represent high-end housing schemes and individual properties across the country, aiming to connect Vietnamese buyers with international properties while presenting domestic luxury developments to global investors.
A new report by property consultancy Cavendish Maxwell reveals that Ras Al Khaimah will deliver 25600 new residential units by 2030. The massive property boom is fueled by a population projected to reach 650000 alongside major infrastructure upgrades. Apartments will comprise 97% of the upcoming pipeline to meet shifting buyer demands, with peak delivery expected to hit 9100 homes in 2029.
US real estate firm GID has launched its national development platform, GID Residential Partners, into the Boston housing market. The expansion into the supply-constrained region will be led by industry veteran Chris Spendley, who joins the firm as Managing Director. Spendley brings over two decades of multifamily experience to the role, having previously overseen billions in transactions and thousands of residential units.
Megaworld is expanding its regional office portfolio by constructing three new developments in Bulacan, Bacolod and Davao. These projects will introduce over 51,000 square meters of gross leasable space into the market. The expansion targets rising demand outside Metro Manila, with a strong focus on sustainable, LEED-certified buildings situated inside the developer's integrated township communities.
Global-Estate Resorts, Inc. (GERI), a subsidiary of Megaworld, is set to turn over P11 billion worth of projects this year. The deliveries include residential units and commercial lots across several provinces in the Philippines, including Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Aklan. This move follows sustained demand for integrated tourism and leisure townships located outside Metro Manila as buyers seek a blend of nature and modern convenience.
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