Your Comprehensive Guide To Planning Permission
When you express interest in acquiring a conservatory from Planet, a design appointment is scheduled, where planning permission becomes a central topic of discussion.
Our team of expert designers is well-versed in the current planning permission regulations, and they are eager to share their knowledge with you. Being informed about these regulations is crucial because failure to comply with planning laws can have disastrous consequences. It may complicate future house sales and lead to local authorities requiring costly alterations or even demolition of your structure.
By partnering with Planet, you can rest assured that our design and build team will handle all aspects of the planning phase meticulously, ensuring full compliance with the rules.
Do I need planning permission for a conservatory?
In many cases, you won’t need planning permission for a conservatory if your proposed design adheres to the limits and conditions set out for Permitted Development.
Having Permitted Development Rights means you are automatically authorised to extend your home without submitting a full planning application.
To help you understand the specifics, we’ve created a dedicated page outlining the complete list of limits and conditions.
What about a porch? Does that need planning permission?
If you’re considering extending the front of your house with a porch, different regulations apply.
However, in most cases, no planning application will be necessary as long as your porch meets the following criteria:
1. The ground floor area (measured externally) does not exceed three square metres.
2. No part of the porch is more than three metres above ground level (measured similarly to a house extension).
3. No part of the porch is within two metres of any boundary of the dwellinghouse and the highway.
How does the planning process work?
Submitting a planning application can be done via post, email, or online through the Planning Portal website, which serves as the home of planning and building regulations information in England. The cost of a planning application varies depending on your location, and the Planning Portal’s fee calculator will provide you with the relevant charge.
Once your application is received and authenticated, it enters a public consultation phase, lasting three to eight weeks. This period allows affected neighbours to voice any comments or concerns regarding the proposed development. After this phase, and unless it’s a complex scheme, you should receive notification of the application’s approval or refusal.
Encouragingly, approximately 86% of planning applications are approved. Having a company like Planet, with a comprehensive understanding of planning laws to organise the process for you can make it hassle-free.
Our Helpful Guide to Planning Permission contains even more valuable information on this essential topic. Don’t overlook it as you embark on your journey to enhance your home.
LOOKING TO EXTEND YOUR HOME?
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LOOKING TO EXTEND YOUR HOME?
One of our multi-purpose living spaces will give you the roominess that you desire so that you can also invite more people over and feel so much less restricted.
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