Planning permission is a system where local authorities can consent to building works by granting permission for the planned work. Garage conversions will mostly not need planning permission, as long as the work is internal and you do not intend to enlarge the structure of your house. Garage conversions tend to be covered under permitted development rights, which cover a variety of home improvement work. However, these rights have been removed in certain locations by local authorities, usually in new builds, so it's always worth verifying with your local authority. If you are thinking about undertaking a garage conversion on a listed building or are in a conservation area, you will require planning permission. Furthermore, if the walls of your garage are shared walls with a neighbour, you will need a Party Wall Agreement. You must abide by all building regulations relevant to your garage conversion whether or not you need planning permission. These building regulations cover elements of the conversion like insulation, escape routes, fire proofing and ventilation, so it is usually a good idea to use an architect to draw up technical drawings also to approve designs in order to ensure compliance with these regulations. You'll likely still need to submit plans detailing the change of use of the garage to your local authority. If planning permission is considered from the start of the project, it is much less likely that there will be any trouble further down the line. The vast majority of planning permission applications in England are approved.
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Requests for quotations in Dorset in October 2024
Requests for Planning permission quotations in Dorset in October 2024. 0% change from September 2024.
Requests for Planning permission quotations in South West in October 2024. 0% change from September 2024.
Shaftesbury - SP7
Enquiry from: Brierley M
Start Date: Immediate
customer made an online enquiry for planning permission and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a surveyor to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote.customer ...
Bournemouth - BH8
Enquiry from: Dharitaben P
Start Date: Immediate
are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have planning permission: no would you like assistance to seek this: yes what material would you like the roof made from: clear roof please ca...
Poole - BH17
Enquiry from: Karen W
Start Date: Immediate
customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a single storey extension to their property. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached looking...
Sturminster Newton - DT10
Enquiry from: Nicole M
Start Date: Less than one month
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...
Bournemouth - BH9
Enquiry from: Penny B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...
Weymouth - DT4
Enquiry from: Martin G
Start Date: Less than one month
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Bournemouth - BH7
Enquiry from: Libby S
Start Date: Immediate
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Double storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Do...
Bournemouth - BH8
Enquiry from: LEAH L
Start Date: Immediate
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Double storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Looking For: Dou...
Poole - BH15
Enquiry from: Jan S
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...
Poole - BH17
Enquiry from: Mr R
Start Date: Immediate
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...
Poole - BH16
Enquiry from: Marc N
Start Date: Less than one month
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Broadstone - BH18
Enquiry from: Barry H
Start Date: Immediate
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...
Bournemouth - BH6
Enquiry from: Jen A
Start Date: Less than one month
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Looking Fo...
Poole - BH17
Enquiry from: Mr R
Start Date: Immediate
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Looking For: Si...
Wimborne - BH21
Enquiry from: Bill C
Start Date: Less than one month
Customer is currently in the process of looking for quotes to add a Single storey extension to their property. Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Property Type: Detached Looking For: Single...
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