Are planning permissions public?

Plans for all new developments that need planning permission are made public by the council. This could be an extension to your neighbour’s property or a new school in your area. Check out how you can view proposed building plans and object or comment on them.

Is it easy to get planning permission for a garage?

Garages, sheds and other outbuildings You can build a garage or outbuilding on your property without planning permission as long as it’s of a reasonable size – no higher than 4 metres. Do bear in mind though that outbuildings cannot take up more than half of the land around the original property.

Do you need planning permission for garage windows?

If you are replacing your garage door with a window, but all other walls to the garage remain as is, planning permission is not usually required. However, if your garage conversion involves adding windows to the side or back of your garage, then permitted development may not apply.

Do you need planning permission for a temporary garage?

Planning Permission is usually not required Adding a garage or shed to your property can be a great idea, it gives you extra indoor space for storage of lawnmowers, garden tools, bulky household items or, in the case of a garage, your car, keeping it away from adverse weather conditions and more secure.

How can I get planning permission for my garage?

To ensure your project is in line with UK building regulations, we recommend you commission a set of technical drawings of your proposed build, so your contractor has detailed instruction on meeting all legal requirements. Learn more about preparing a building regulations package.

Do you need planning permission for an outbuilding?

Outbuilding planning permission is generally not required provided they fall within the following parameters: The floor of the garage is no more than 15 square metres. The height of the eaves is no more than 2.5 metres. The overall height must be no more than 4 metres. The outbuilding should not be erected forward of the main building.

When do planning authorities need to do public consultation?

Local planning authorities are required to undertake a formal period of public consultation, prior to deciding a planning application. This is prescribed in article 15 of the Development Management Procedure Order (as amended).

Where are the legal requirements for consultation found?

A legal requirement for consultation can be found in a number of statutory provisions, across the entire planning regime, including applications for planning permission and development consent, the production of development plans and other planning policy documents, strategic environmental assessment and environmental impact assessment. 3.