Common Types of Planning Permission

Planning permission is a must for virtually any construction project conducted today, especially after the planning regulations are reinforced a few years ago. There are several types of planning permission that are quite common in England. If you are enlarging or altering a single house, you need to get the householder planning consent.

This type of planning permission covers common projects such as extensions, loft conversions, and added structures such as garages, car ports, and outbuildings. Those of you who are building a new structure – including building a separate house in the garden and other common projects – must get the full planning consent. This type of planning permission also covers any project related to a flat and changes of use to part or all of the property to non-residential uses. Planning permission is also regulating non-residential properties, including signage and advertisement. The advertisement consent covers posters and notices, pole signs, and other forms of outdoor advertising that you may need to use in order to advertise the whereabouts of your business. Town and village name-signs must also have an advertisement consent approved before they can be built. A good planning solicitor will be able to assist with this. Other types of planning permission are also available, covering different specific subjects and construction projects.