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What is Notification for a larger home extension?

What is Notification for a larger home extension?

A complete guide can be found on the planning portal please follow the link Prior approval - Extensions - Planning Portal We have put together a basic guide to the Neighbour Notification scheme. Householders are able to apply to build larger single-storey rear...

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Replace Conservatory Roof

Replace Conservatory Roof

Does a replacement conservatory roof require planning permission? Recently we were contacted by a home improvement company as to whether their client would require planning permission to replace a conservatory roof. The previous conservatory had planning permission...

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Planning Guidelines For Side Conservatories or Extensions

Planning Guidelines For Side Conservatories or Extensions

When you’re thinking of building a conservatory or extension at the side of your property we always advise submitting a planning enquiry. The planning rules for conservatories or side extensions seem reasonably straight forward however local authorities often...

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Online Fast Planning Service

Online Fast Planning Service

The conservatory market is experiencing a strong  growth, reflecting improved consumer confidence and  rising demand for more creative bespoke designs, which you could call single storey extensions rather than conservatories.  With approximately 60% of...

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Have permitted development rights been removed?

Have permitted development rights been removed?

We’ve recently submitted a few applications for extensions that would normally be permitted development however development rights had been removed under an article 4 direction. General permitted development rights are a grant of planning permission which allow...

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Does A Porch Require Planning Permission

Does A Porch Require Planning Permission

A porch can be a fantastic addition to your house, whether it’s to improve the appearance and add value to your property or just somewhere to put your shoes. We’ve recently submitted a few planning applications for porches but not all porches require planning...

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