ARTICLES BY ASTOP

Meanwhile Use Explained For Landlords & Owners

July 22, 2026

Meanwhile use is temporary, productive occupation of a vacant building. Here’s how it can reduce your business rates while delivering real community benefit.

What Is Property Guardianship And Why Is Charity Occupation The Ethical Alternative?

July 15, 2026

Empty commercial buildings are expensive. Business rates, insurance, security, utilities, maintenance and deterioration all turn vacancy into cost.

How Councils Turn Empty Space Into Community Benefit

June 26, 2026

Stalled sites can impact public trust. See how temporary occupation improves perception, bolsters local confidence, and protects sites during delays.

Why Empty Ground Floor Units Damage Town Centre Confidence

June 24, 2026

Stalled sites can impact public trust. See how temporary occupation improves perception, bolsters local confidence, and protects sites during delays.

How Temporary Occupation Can Improve Perception Around Stalled Sites

May 14, 2026

Stalled sites can impact public trust. See how temporary occupation improves perception, bolsters local confidence, and protects sites during delays.

Why Delayed Development Sites Need a Short-Term Activation Plan

May 7, 2026

Some empty commercial units stay vacant even in busy areas. This blog explains why demand alone is not enough and what factors can keep tenants away.

Why Units Stay Vacant In High Demand Areas

April 16, 2026

Some empty commercial units stay vacant even in busy areas. This blog explains why demand alone is not enough and what factors can keep tenants away.

charity occupation for empty commercial property

What Makes A Charity A Good Fit For Empty Commercial Space

April 10, 2026

Not every charity is right for every building. Learn what makes a charity a good fit for empty commercial space and what landlords should assess first.