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Planning permission is normally required for development.
However, the government has designated that certain types of
development do not require permission. Such work is called
'permitted development'. Whilst there are permitted
development rights affecting many types of development, such as
agriculture and industrial buildings, the most common query is in
respect of work to dwellings.
The most common examples of permitted development are small rear
extensions to existing dwellings, garden sheds, greenhouses, and
fences and walls of a specified maximum height.
Permitted development often depends on:
- the size;
- position and height of the proposed building;
- whether any previous works have been done to the building:
and
- proximity to highways.
The council offers a pre-application service and a
"Householder development planning
questionnaire"
would need to be completed to determine if planning permission is
needed or not. A number of leaflets that set out permitted
development rights have been produced and these can be obtained
from Darby House reception.
You can also find out more about the rules that govern whether
planning permission is required on the Planning portal or obtain a copy of
the DCLG publication
"Planning - A guide for
householders".
When any development is proposed, you should always contact the
Building Control section to check whether you need to submit a
Building Regulation Application. Building Regulations approval can
often be needed where Planning Permission is not required. You can
contact them on 01952 384555 or email
Building Control
The Planning Service also wants to ensure that buildings and
facilities in the Borough are fully accessible to people with
disabilities. These requirements are covered by the
Disability Discrimination Acts. Detailed information
on this can be found on the
Government website or the
Disability Rights
Commission web site.
If you want independent advice on a planning matter, Planning
Aid offers a voluntary advice service on town planning matters
to community groups and individuals who cannot afford to employ a
planning consultant.
For more information about Planning Aid see the RTPI web site at
http://www.rtpi.org.uk/about-the-rtpi/planning-aid/.
Useful links:
Antenna guide
Householder guide
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