Do you need planning permission for a conservatory?
In the UK, planning permission is not always required for a conservatory, but there are some conditions that must be met in order to be exempt from planning permission:
Size: The conservatory must not cover more than half of the area of land around the original house. In addition, the conservatory must not be higher than the highest part of the roof, and should not exceed four metres in height if it has a sloping roof or three metres if it has a flat roof.
Location: The conservatory must be located at the rear of the property and not face a public highway. If the property is in a conservation area, a National Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or a World Heritage Site, planning permission may be required regardless of the location of the conservatory.
Design: The conservatory must be a single-story structure, with a maximum height of four metres if it has a sloping roof or three metres if it has a flat roof. It should also be made from materials that are similar in appearance to the existing house.
Use: The conservatory must be used only as an additional living space and not for commercial purposes.
If the conservatory meets all of these conditions, planning permission may not be required. However, if the conservatory does not meet these conditions, planning permission will be required. It’s always recommended to check with your local planning authority to confirm whether planning permission is required for your specific conservatory project.
Are you interested in finding out more?
Our experienced conservatory team of John and Paul are here to guide you through the entire process. Please get in touch if you are thinking of adding a conservatory to your home, or replacing/upgrading your existing one.
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