When you get planning permission, the local authority grants you the rights to build a certain property of a certain size on a certain plot. In order to obtain planning permission for a new build house, you’ll need to submit a planning application with the help of professional architects and planning consultants.
What happens after planning permission is granted?
Once this has occurred, the planning permission applies to the land, not the owner. That means that in most situations, you’ll be able to sell the land and the planning permission will transfer along with it to the new owner.
How long do you have to build a house after planning permission?
three years
By law, any planning permission granted expires after a certain period. Generally, unless your permission says otherwise, you have three years from the date it’s granted to begin the development. If you haven’t started work by then, you will probably need to reapply.
Do you need planning permission for a new build?
If your project involves the creation of a new dwelling (either a self build or subdividing an existing home), then planning permission is normally required. Larger outbuildings or extensions, or builds/improvements in designated areas or involving listed buildings, are also likely to require planning permission.
What reasons can planning permission be refused?
Planning permission can be denied if your build is guilty of these offenses:
- Your build overshadows a neighbour, causing loss of light.
- Your build overlooks other homes, causing loss of privacy.
- Your builds appearance is out of character with the existing property.
- Overdevelopment.
- It impacts on highway safety.
What are the steps of planning permission?
The process is largely governed by legislation and is designed to allow the input of expert and interested parties into the decision making process.
- Step 1 – Pre-application advice.
- Step 2 – Application and validation.
- Step 3 – Consultation and publicity.
- Step 4 – Site visit and assessment.
- Step 5 – Recommendation.
How close to my boundary can I build a garage?
You can build a garage or outbuilding on your property without planning permission as long as it’s of a reasonable size – no higher than 4 metres. Do bear in mind though that outbuildings cannot take up more than half of the land around the original property.
Are there any building plots with planning permission?
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How to get planning permission for a self build?
You can also contact the local planning authority (LPA). It is advisable to engage with your LPA, pre-application, in order to understand any constraints on the land that may prevent development. You can find these on some LPA websites, though if you are not familiar with planning and the planning process, they can be difficult to understand.
Can a land purchase be subject to planning permission?
Planning permission is associated with the land, rather than the applicant and you can make a purchase subject to planning permission. Some agreements of this nature can incur legal fees. There are a number of scams to be aware of, including land banking schemes and advertisements for land that will ultimately fail to get planning permission.
When do I apply for outline planning permission?
An application for outline planning permission (OPP) is generally used to find out, at an early stage, whether or not a proposal is likely to be approved by the LPA before any substantial costs are incurred. OPP generally applies to larger projects. For smaller schemes refer to the aforementioned process for pre-application.
