What do you need to do to obtain planning permission - this page will explain each activity that needs to be carried out
Quick Reference Guide for this Page - Planning Application Process - what you need to do
For many people, deciding to implement a building project is just the starting point of what can be a complex series of activities which can be quite daunting.
Take a look at the table below, it lists out the key points that have to be considered during the planning permission process. This hopefully will provide you with some insight into some of the specific issues you might encounter with your particular building project.
The information can be used to populate a project plan at a higher level if you are running the project yourself. Obviously, there is the need to complete a more detailed analysis but this is a good starting point.
Look through the table and see if there are any areas which you do not understand and feel free to contact us to discuss your project. Our staff are highly skilled in all of the relevant areas and we have successfully assisted many clients over the years.
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Understanding the Planning Application Process
Many people find the the Planning Application Process hard to understand. In this short document we would like to outline the key activities involved and why each item needs to be completed.
Although the table covers the complete planning permission process it does not cover all of the detailed actions that are necessary. How ever, the contents relates to all of the key stages that are necessary to complete the planning process.
Why not call us to outline your ideas and we will be happy to see how we can help you with your plans. Call us on 01737 821188 or email me by clicking my name Gill
The Complete Planning Application Process
| 1. | Meet the Client | Initial Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 2. | Visit Site | In order to understand fully most projects require a physical visit. Site visits cover location of proximity of adjoining buildings and landscape issues. Survey - take basic dimensions and photographs to prepare existing drawings |
| 3. | Advise and agree Brief | Input to client's ideas and advise on realistic potential |
| 4. | Agree Brief | Finalise the above details |
| 5. | Option 1 - Pre-Application |
This process provides and indication of the potential success of obtaining planning approval without the expense of a full blown application |
| 6. | Option 2 - Full Planning Application | Presentation of the key points to apply for full planning approval, see the planning permission page |
| 7. | Elements of the Planning Application (if applicable) | See below. |
| a) Review Permitted Development | New Permitted Development regulations (see permitted development page) | |
| b) Design & Access Statement | Not required for domestic applications unless you are in a green belt or conservation area see design & access statement page | |
| c) Flood Risk | If your property is in a flood area | |
| d) Tree Preservation Order (TPO) | Relates to trees on or close to the relevant site | |
| e) Engineering | Engineering advice may be required e.g. party walls, basement construction, complex modifciations affecting structural issues | |
| f) Ordnance Survey Extract | Required to identify the site for the planning authority | |
| 8. | Application sent to the Local Authority | There is a fee required from the client to make the application, complete the relevant forms and supply drawings |
| 9. | Monitor Progress | Talk to the relevant officer about the progress of the application |
| POST PLANNING | ||
| Building Regulations | To make sure construction is safe and complies with relevant regulations you will need to initiate building regulations. This requires more detailed drawings and specifications there is an additional cost to the client. Engineers might be required at this stage - see the building regulations page |
