Planning Permission

Certain building alterations also need planning permission before they can be carried out. This includes the building of extensions (including conservatories), garages and out-buildings. To check whether or not you will require planning permission, please contact our Planning Department.

Before you submit an application there are some things you need to make sure you have done:

How to help us help you
If you are planning to carry out work to which the building regulations apply we can deal with it more efficiently if you:

• discuss the proposal with us beforehand where complex or unusual forms of construction are contemplated;
• let us have the correct number of plans with the appropriate forms and correct fee;
• read advice notes carefully before submitting your proposal;
• make sure that the construction plans are accurate and are drawn in a clear and intelligible manner;
• quote the building control reference number when discussing amendments or arranging for site inspections.