How do I handle planning objections and appeals?
Receiving planning objections on your planning permission application doesn’t necessarily mean your project won’t get off the ground. Planning objections are often resolved if you’re willing to listen, enter into discussion and perhaps compromise then […]
Do I need planning permission for an extension?
Do you need planning permission for an oak frame extension? Building an extension can be a great way to get the additional living space you need without moving house. Whether or not you need to […]
What is the Party Wall Act?
If you are planning to work on walls that you share with a neighbour, or building close to an adjacent boundary, then you will need to ensure that you comply with the Party Wall Act […]
Guide to Permitted Development
Not all changes or improvements to your home need permission from the planning department. There are many that you can carry out with implied consent, known as Permitted Development rights. Permitted development rules and regulations […]
Can I extend a listed property or a property in a conservation area?
Extending a listed property will almost always be a much trickier proposition in comparison to adding space to an unlisted (and particularly modern) property. Making major alterations to a listed home will mean securing listed […]
