Written by Planning permission can be considered as a legal right by your local planning authority (LPA) to undertake alterations to your property. If the development proposed is beyond permitted development rights, then a planning application is a must to be submitted.
Here is a step by step guide on applying planning permission:
Pre-application advice
Professional Consultation: Find out from your architect or planning consultant when discussing the project and apportioning a feasibility assessment.
Tentative Issues: There might be tentative issues of concern; for example, effects on neighboring properties, heritage impacts, or local planning policy issues.
Information
Site Plans and Drawings: Detailed plans and drawings of your intended development, including elevations, sections, and site plans.
Design and Access Statements: Write a design and access statement explaining the rationale of the design, the context, and its possible effects as it blends into the local area.
Supporting Documents: Compile other support documents: reports, surveys, or photographs.
Submit your application
Complete Application: Complete the application form provided by your local planning authority.
Application fee: Varying fee depending on type of development and local authority.
Submit your Application: Forward filled application form and supportive documents to the local planning authority.
Public Consultation
Notice to Neighbors: Your local planning authority will keep your neighbors informed about your application.
Public Comments: Neighbors or other parties interested in your application should submit comments or objections to it.
Judging and Deciding
Assessment by the Planning Officer: A planning officer will assess your application with respect to local planning policy.
Planning Committee: In certain cases, your application shall be decided upon by a planning committee.
Decision Notice: You will then receive a decision notice from the planning authority indicating whether your application would be granted or refused.
Top Tips for Best Planning Application
Be Clear and Specific: Be clear and concise in your plans.
Talk to Neighbors about Issues on Concern: Talk to your neighbors about what concerns may be raised.
Seek Professional Advice: Consult with an architect or planning consultant to get professional opinion.
Patient: Planning takes time.
Discuss Rights of Appeal: If your application fails, there may be appeal rights.
If you do these and consult experts, then most probably, you will have a good fortune in a planning application.
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