The aim of the planning system is to protect amenity and the environment
in the interests of the general public. Within the framework of
legislation approved by Parliament, councils should try to ensure that
development is allowed where required, whilst ensuring that the
character and amenity of the area are not adversely affected by new
buildings or alterations to the use of existing buildings or land.
You
need planning permission for most building works or changes of use of
land or buildings.
However not all building works or changes of use require the submission
of a planning application to the Council. There is a certain types of
development which is classed as 'permitted development'.
Plans
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building
can give further advice regarding permitted
development and the need for a formal application during the initial
feasibility assessment.
Whether or
not you need to apply for planning permission for your work, there are
some other kinds of approval you may need.
Plans
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building
will advise
you on all necessary approvals.
Possible approvals include:-
Listed building consent
Conservation area consent
Tree
Building regulations
Rights of way
Advertising
Wildlife
Take
Care...!!!
If
you build something which needs planning permission without obtaining
permission first, you may be forced to put things right later, which
could prove troublesome and costly. You might even have to remove an
unauthorised building.
Design
Everybody's
taste varies and different styles will suit different types of property.
Nevertheless, a well-designed building or extension is likely to be much
more attractive to you and to your neighbours, It is also likely to add
value to your house when you sell it. It is therefore worth thinking
carefully about how your property will look after the work is finished.
Extensions often look better if they use the same materials and are in a
similar style to the buildings which are there already. It is impossible
to give a single definition of good design in this context; there may be
many ways of producing a good result for your proposal.
Plans
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building
will take into account all aspects of the design,
working closely with you and your local planning department to produce
the best possible aesthetic.
For further
information please read the following document published by the
The
Office of the Deputy Prime Minister:-
Planning: A Guide For Householders
