Planning permission is a system where local authorities can authorise building works by granting permission for the planned work. Garage conversions will typically not require planning permission, so long as the work is internal and you don't plan to expand the structure of your house. Garage conversions are usually protected by permitted development rights, which cover a variety of home improvement work. However, these rights have been taken away in certain areas by local authorities, particularly in new builds, so it is always worth verifying with your local authority. If you're thinking about undertaking a garage conversion on a listed building or live in a conservation area, you will need planning permission. Furthermore, if the walls of your garage are shared walls with a neighbour, you will need a Party Wall Agreement. You are required to conform to all building regulations corresponding to your garage conversion whether or not you need planning permission. These building regulations cover elements of the conversion such as insulation, escape routes, fire proofing and ventilation, so it is usually a good idea to work with 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 describing the change of use of the garage to your local authority. If planning permission is taken into account from the start of the project, it is far less likely that there will be any trouble further down the line. Nearly all planning permission applications in England are approved.
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Harpenden is a town in Hertfordshire, England. The town's population is just under 30,000. Harpenden is a relatively affluent commuter town, with a direct rail connection into London and property prices are well above double the national average. Geographically it is located between two much larger neighbouring towns: Luton and St Albans. It is flanked by the villages of Redbourn and Wheathampstead.
Harpenden - AL5
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Borehamwood - WD6
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Northwood - HA6
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Edgware - HA8
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Edgware - HA8
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Rickmansworth - WD3
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London - NW7
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Edgware - HA8
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Barnet - EN5
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Stanmore - HA7
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