Government planning application fee increase December 2023
Planning application fee increase 2023 Planning application fees will increase from 6th December 2023 due to legislative amendments. The Government expects the fee increase to result in increased investment in the planning service, however, we are not holding our breath! The main points of the legislation changes affecting planning fee applications are as follows: Application […]
Living in a Green Belt or Listed Building and need annexe planning?
Introduction Do you live in a Green Belt or a Listed Building and need annexe planning permission? Planning to build an annexe on your property? Concerned about green belt or listed building status? One way to confidently navigate challenges is by applying for a Certificate of Lawfulness (CoL) for a mobile home, alongside a planning […]
Do I need planning permission for my Garden Room?
Do need planning permission for my Garden Room? In this blog we’ll explore the question, do I need planning permission for my garden room? It’s important to note that in some cases garden rooms can be constructed without any planning permission under Permitted Development (PD) rights, providing they do not include sleeping accommodation. However there […]
Do you need planning permission to knock down an outbuilding?
Demolition: Do you need planning permission to knock down an outbuilding? You may need to demolish an outbuilding such as a shed or garage prior to building an annexe. However, a common misconception is that you do not need planning permission to knock down an outbuilding. Keep reading to avoid falling foul of this common […]
What are the benefits of a Granny Annexe over a Care home?
The benefits of a Granny Annexe over a Care home In this blog, we will explore the benefits of choosing a granny annexe over a care home when it comes to ensuring the well-being of our ageing loved ones. Rather than grappling with the decision, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of the benefits each […]
The Granny Annexe is on the rise
Granny Annexe Success Story At NAPC we like to keep our eyes and ears open when it comes to granny annexes! Especially when an article appears in the industry press talking about success in the granny annexe market. And why granny annexes, garden rooms, and mobile homes are on the rise. Whether you […]
What is curtilage?
What is curtilage? In this blog, we’ll explain what is curtilage. It is useful to understand the definition of this term when planning an annexe or mobile home in your garden. This knowledge will help you to understand which part of your garden, or land you can use to build an annexe, and which you […]
How to write a good planning statement
Introduction This blog explains how to write a good planning statement. This will be useful when building an annexe or mobile home and submitting your own application. Submitting and obtaining planning permission yourself can be complicated. So it is important to understand the requirements for success. A key element of the submission is the planning […]
What to do when your planning application is refused
Introduction Welcome to this week’s blog; What to do when your planning application is refused. First of all, don’t worry, it does not mean it is the end of the road for your planning application. Read on to find out more. What to do when your planning application is refused First and foremost, have the […]