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Do I need planning permission?
Most new buildings or major changes to existing buildings or to the local environment need consent - known as planning permission.
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/planning/planningsystem/planningpermission
Minor alterations and extensions to a home may comply with permitted development regulations and planning permission may not be necessary.
How long does planning permission take?
A planning application usually takes up to 2 weeks to become registered and a further 8 weeks to be determined.
How much does a planning application cost?
Fees vary but,
Generally, an application for an extension to a house costs £206
Generally, an application for a lawful development certificate will cost in the region of £100
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/PpApplications/genpub/en/StandaloneFeeCalculator
Can the Local Authority ask for more information other than the drawings?
Yes, and this is very much site specific. The more common requests we encounter are:
Generally, a Design and Access Statement will be required if you are within a Conservation Area or have a listed building. This is a statement that we prepare.
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/planning/applications/howtoapply/whattosubmit/designaccess
A tree report may be required if there are significant trees close to the property. This is a report that will need to be provided by a third party. We can arrange this for you.
Can planning permission be conditionally approved?
The grant of planning permission will always be conditional. Usually the conditions are standard clauses such as, the development must be commenced within three years. Site specific conditions can be imposed and we are usually able to release this condition/s ourselves, or with the aid of a third party only if essential.
What can I do if planning permission is refused?
When planning permission is refused the local authority will provide details of why it has been refused. The scheme can be amended and re-submitted and/or the decision can be appealed by an application to the Planning Inspectorate.
If the scheme is of a similar nature the council offer a 'free go' within one year where they do not charge a new application fee.
Can I get pre-application advice?
Yes, the council provide a pre-application advice service which we can apply for on your behalf. There is the option of a meeting or letter response. The information generally required for this service is:
Most new buildings or major changes to existing buildings or to the local environment need consent - known as planning permission.
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/planning/planningsystem/planningpermission
Minor alterations and extensions to a home may comply with permitted development regulations and planning permission may not be necessary.
How long does planning permission take?
A planning application usually takes up to 2 weeks to become registered and a further 8 weeks to be determined.
How much does a planning application cost?
Fees vary but,
Generally, an application for an extension to a house costs £206
Generally, an application for a lawful development certificate will cost in the region of £100
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/PpApplications/genpub/en/StandaloneFeeCalculator
Can the Local Authority ask for more information other than the drawings?
Yes, and this is very much site specific. The more common requests we encounter are:
Generally, a Design and Access Statement will be required if you are within a Conservation Area or have a listed building. This is a statement that we prepare.
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/planning/applications/howtoapply/whattosubmit/designaccess
A tree report may be required if there are significant trees close to the property. This is a report that will need to be provided by a third party. We can arrange this for you.
Can planning permission be conditionally approved?
The grant of planning permission will always be conditional. Usually the conditions are standard clauses such as, the development must be commenced within three years. Site specific conditions can be imposed and we are usually able to release this condition/s ourselves, or with the aid of a third party only if essential.
What can I do if planning permission is refused?
When planning permission is refused the local authority will provide details of why it has been refused. The scheme can be amended and re-submitted and/or the decision can be appealed by an application to the Planning Inspectorate.
If the scheme is of a similar nature the council offer a 'free go' within one year where they do not charge a new application fee.
Can I get pre-application advice?
Yes, the council provide a pre-application advice service which we can apply for on your behalf. There is the option of a meeting or letter response. The information generally required for this service is:
- Description of the nature and scale of development proposed and the uses to which land and buildings are to be put.
- Full site address and location plan (1:1250 scale) with the site outlined in red.
- Site history i.e. occupancy of the site.
- Photographs of the site.
- Sketch drawings providing details of the proposal. Floor plans for each floor of the proposed building together with at least sketch elevations that are sufficient to indicate the initial architectural approach and the materials proposed. Drawings should also show any adjacent buildings to identify the context of the scheme and
- The appropriate fee