Written by Are you thinking of expanding your home? It is very important to know about the rules and regulations concerning home extensions in the UK. Here’s a brief guide to the most important things:
Permitted Development Rights
No Planning Permission: Some extension can be made without applying for full planning permission under permitted development rights.
Size restrictions: There are restrictions on the size, height and position of permitted development extensions.
Material Considerations: The materials should be suited to the property and the local area.
Full Planning Permission
Complex Extensions: It may require full planning permission for large or complex extensions.
Listed Buildings: Almost all of the work regarding a listed building requires planning permission.
Conservation Areas: Extensions in conservation areas are likely to be subjected to even stricter planning control.
Key factors affecting planning permission
Local Planning Policies: Each local planning authority has its own policies and these can influence the chances of getting planning permission.
With the Neighbour: An extension could affect the nearby properties and your application may also be decided for that factor.
Building Regulations-Your extension will have to comply with building regulations including structural integrity, fire safety, and energy efficiency.
How to Ensure a Smooth Planning Process:
Hire an Architect: An architect or planning consultant can take you through the whole process and help you in negotiating the complex regulations involved.
Pre-Application Advice: Get pre-application advice from your local planning authority, regarding the project and issues that may arise.
Engage with Neighbours: Inform your neighbors and discuss any concerns they have.
Extended Planning Application: Prepare comprehensive planning application drawings, plans, and design and access statements.
Have Patience: It may take time, so be prepared for delays. Know the rules and regulations of home extensions and what professional advice you received, which will make your chances of getting a planning application a lot higher.
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