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If you are looking at enlarging your home and not sure where to start? the best place to go is the Planning portal which gives you access to everything you need to know about planning permission and building regulations.
Go to your local authority or council as well by checking this council location tool for your planning and building regulataions office.
You can also watch this very useful video about How to Make an Online Application which gives you a step by step guide for creating a planning application.
Permitted Developments
Definition:
- Permitted development rights allow certain types of work without requiring planning permission.
- These rights are granted by the government, not the local authority.
Applicability: - Permitted development rights apply to many common house projects but not to flats, maisonettes, or other buildings.
- Commercial properties have different permitted development rights compared to dwellings.
Designated Areas: - In designated areas (e.g., Conservation Areas, National Parks, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, World Heritage Sites, Norfolk or Suffolk Broads), permitted development rights are more restricted.
- If your property falls within these areas, you may need planning permission for certain types of work.
Listed Buildings: - Different requirements apply if your property is a listed building.
Advice: - Contact your Local Planning Authority before starting any work.
- They can inform you about restrictions and whether planning permission is necessary.
Remember to consult your local authority for specific guidance!