Historic planning overhaul unveiled to get Britain back in business
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has unveiled what he describes as ‘the most radical reforms to our planning system since the Second World War’ and has pledged a ‘new approach’ to planning as new and greener building strategies were announced as part of his programme to bring Britain out of hibernation following the brunt of […]
Meet us at the IHIF Berlin and MIPIM Cannes 2020
Networking at industry events is a great way to sell your brand and show stakeholders that you really mean business with your business. And even when you’re one of thousands of participants representing hundreds of diverse countries, it’s a great opportunity to be seen and take your seat at the table of influencers. With that […]
Ski slopes the venue for networking with a difference
Representatives from Syntegra will join more than 450 colleagues from the world of property development at the annual PropSki event in Chamonix in January. The week long gathering includes network events to meet peers from the global built environment sector combined with the opportunity to enjoy time on the ski slopes and relaxing with informal […]
Landlords could be letting illegal properties due to ‘inaccurate’ EPC ratings, report finds
Tens of thousands of properties are potentially being let illegally by landlords due to false Energy performance Certificate (EPC) scores affecting around 2.5 million buildings, according to a new report. The report by property technology solutions provider Spec notes that floor space is used as a key component to creating an energy rating, and that […]
Housing programme kickstarted by PM lifting borrowing cap
Syntegra colleagues are ready to work with local councils across the UK as moves to build thousands of new homes are expected following the Prime Minister’s announcement that she is lifting the cap on their borrowing to fund new developments. ‘There’s a government cap on how much local authorities can borrow against their Housing Revenue […]
The slippery slope to success
Members of the Syntegra team will be hoping they don’t slip up when they attend a network event with a difference in the new year – on the ski slopes. Managing Director Alan King has signed up to take part in PropSki 2019 in the world famous ski resort of Chamonix, France with a property […]
The rise of proptech – why we should embrace it
For those in the know, Proptech is just another jargon expression dropped into everyday business conversations discussing developments in the property sector. For those arriving late to this particular party, we’re simply talking about property technology – how digitalisation that rules much of our daily lives is finally building on its foundations in all things […]
Landlords face significant bills to implement energy efficiencies
Landlords face the prospect of paying for measures to improve their properties’ energy efficiency under a new government proposal. Minimum standards meaning properties can only be let if they reach a band E or above in the EPC ratings will come into effect in April. Previously landlords had been expected to rely on finance from […]
New EPC rules mean landlords could be barred from letting out properties without urgent energy efficiency improvements
Landlords need to act now to avoid costly penalties and protect their assets as important legal changes are introduced to energy regulations. From April 1st next year (2018), commercial and domestic landlords must have implemented Energy efficiency measures to improve the existing Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) value of their properties in order to obtain new […]
Daylighting Factors; BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes Improve Quality of Life & Energy Efficiency
In order to promote good daylighting and thereby improve comfort, quality of life and reduce the need for energy to light building interiors, both BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes aim to ensure a minimum amount of daylight within buildings. There are numerous benefits associated with good daylighting within buildings. Firstly, it is known […]
How far is your HIP service coverage from your office in Reading?
We have an office base in Reading where a number of our energy assessors / home inspectors operate from. Due to several regional contracts and via our Green Surveyor ® brand we are able to undertake and fit in a single private domestic EPC throughout the UK. We have a number of regional contracts for […]
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