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Do I need planning permission to convert flats back into a house?
Deconversion is the process of restoring a previously subdivided house back to its original state as a single property. Merging flats to create a single house may require planning permission, so you should discuss proposals with your local planning authority before starting work.
Read more about converting flats back to a house.
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Deconversion is the process of restoring a previously subdivided house back to its original state as a single property. Merging flats to create a single house may require planning permission, so you should discuss proposals with your local planning authority before starting work.
Read more about converting flats back to a house.
Demolishing a building may require planning permission or prior approval, depending on factors such as the building’s type, size, and location.
Before starting any demolition work, it’s important to consult your local planning authority to confirm what permissions are needed. This helps avoid the risk of enforcement action or legal consequences.
You will also need to ensure you conform to the building regulations around the demolishing of a building.
Adding a new driveway to an unclassified road for access to a house orbusiness falls under permitted development rights, meaning no application forplanning permission is required.
If you live in a listed building, you will have to apply for listedbuilding consent for any significant works, whether internal or external.
You will have to apply to the relevant highway authority for a dropped kerb if you wish to cross a pavement to access your property.
Inserting new windows which look similar to those previously used in the house will often not require planning permission. Some rules apply to new additions, for example if they are on an upper-floor side elevation they must be obscure glazed and non-opening or more than 1.7 metres above the floor.
Installing a new bay window on the front elevation would require planning permission as it is classed as a forward extension.
If you live in a listed building or conservation area you should contact your local planning authority.
Any new openings will have to comply with building regulations, this may impact thermal heat loss, structure, ventilation and fire safety.
You can use a member of a competent person scheme to complete any work, this will ensure that the work is completed in-line with regulations.
In many cases, you can extend a house without applying for planning permission by using what's known as permitted development rights, provided certain limits and conditions are met. However, if your plans go beyond these restrictions, you will likely need to apply for householder planning permission.
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