Planning Permission for Conservatories

[gonzo39]

Hi there, not sure if I have posted this thread in the right place but I need some advice on planning and building conservatories. Now I assume that I would need planning permission for one no matter the size as it is classed as an extension. But I have also read that it will need to meet a variety of building regulations. The thing is im a bit of a newbie to the building trade and haven't really got too much of an idea who to speak to or to ask.

Rather than just go straight to a company I want to know the in's and out's of whats going to be done. Plus it will stop any cowboy builders overcharging me.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[Admiral Homespace]

Hi
Admiral Homespace here. I know how you feel, it's rather a maze of information to plough through. Hopefully we can help with our website where there's free advice and lots of information on areas that you need to be aware of. We cover advice on planning permission, building regulations and what is acceptable and what's not!

Visit here and click the download for the Admiral Conservatory guide (sorry - just found out that the forum doesn't allow links to be used until you've got 20 posts. No idea why not but Google Admiral Homespace and follow the link to Free Advice at the top and you'll see the clickable download for the guide).

I hope it's of help and if we can help further, do let me know. We've been around since 1989 and we honestly do know the business inside out. Good luck!

[caddesignworks]

What I have heard is like 35 sq meters does not require planning permission check portal web site

[New Homes Expert]

It would depend on the size of the extension/conservatory.

Generally speaking they allow up to 15% of additional floor area (including existing extensions) provided that they are 1 metre from a boundary, cannot be seen from a highway and are no higher than the ridgeline of the house. If this is the case planning is not required.

BUT check with your planning authority as some areas do not have permitted development rights.

You will of course need building regulation approval and will soon be required to improve the energy efficiency elsewhere in your home as part of the process.

[Trades MASTER]

The main issues you will face is building regs they will want to inspect every thing, planners can be fairy straight forward and do offer the correct advise

[New Homes Expert]

Originally Posted by Trades MASTER

The main issues you will face is building regs they will want to inspect every thing, planners can be fairy straight forward and do offer the correct advise

No doubt they will be at the bottom of the garden sitting on a toadstool keeping an eye on things should Gonzo go ahead!