home improvement

Evans McDowall Architects

Evans McDowall Architects are your trusted house extension architects in Lincolnshire, specializing in creating innovative and personalized designs. With extensive experience in residential and commercial projects, we focus on delivering exceptional architectural solutions tailored to your requirements. From modern extensions to traditional renovations, we ensure each project blends creativity with functionality while adhering to local […]

Design and BuildDesign and Build: A Seamless Approach to Home Improvement

This is how a project delivery method functions: the contractor would have to assume complete responsibility for both design and construction. This is a much easier process which would, of course, come with some benefits for the homeowner, including the following: Benefits of Design and Build *One Point of Contact: With one single point of contact, the […]

Rules on Extensions to Houses: A Guide for Homeowners

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 […]

Planning Permission for an Extension: A Comprehensive Guide

Planning permission is a legal document granted by your local planning authority (LPA) that allows you to make changes to your property. If you’re planning a home extension, understanding the planning permission process is crucial. When Do You Need Planning Permission? Permitted Development Rights: Certain types of extensions, such as rear extensions and loft conversions, may qualify […]

What Is a Listed Building Consent?

Listed Building Consent is a legal document for undertaking works to a listed building. The listed buildings are those properties which are recognized as of special architectural or historical interest and thus are protected under law. Why Will the Listed Buildings Require Consent? The Listed Building Consent is required to safeguard the character and appearance of […]

How Does Article 4 Affect Class A Rights?

Article 4 Directions and The Right To Develop Article four Directions can be described as legal acts, which are exercised by the local planning authorities (LPAs) with an intention to either make any development within a region effective, or to contain that kind of development. It implies that where a reasonable embellishment would be permitted […]