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Planning Permission Guidelines UK

The concept of planning Permission started in 1947 in UK, and it has got progressively harder to obtain.

Planners have considerable and arbitrary powers.

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Planning permission comes with a time limit of 3 years, and no guarantee once expired, it will be easy to renew.

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Once the work has started, the planning permission does not expire.

 

People ensure that planning permission is permanent by undertaking just the foundations and footings.

 

Planners are concerned with:

  • Size of the house

  • Site of the house

  • Neighbour’s privacy & right to natural light

  • Style of the house

  • Vehicular access & turning

  • Trees & hedges

  • Visibility Splays

  • Access for Fire Engines

  • If the site is in the conservation area 

  • Grade I, Grade II* and Grade II

  • Archaeological remains

  • Presence of slow worms, bats & Newts

  • Section 106 agreements

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Frequently Asked Questions on Planning in UK

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1. Do we need Planning Permissions for Terraced House. Can we build under Permitted Development ?

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2. Can Detached House build under Permitted Development ?

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3. Once I have Planning i do not need Building Control ?

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4. If Planning drawings get me Planning Permissions, then why do i need Building Regs Drawings ?

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5. Is Building Control next step after Planning Permission ?

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6. Do i need Structural Engineers report for Loft Conversion ?

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7.  Do I need Planning for Loft conversion in London ?

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8. Why do we need Neighbours approval for building extensions.

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9.  Can i get planning permission to build Balcony on my terrace house extension ?

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10. And many more ...

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We have answer to all your questions & queries, kindly contact us 

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* Above content is published without any legal responsibility. Please consult the qualified professionals for advice. 

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