What is Planning Permission?
Planning Permission is the formal permission from a Local Authority for the development of buildings and land. Following the Town and Country Planning Act 1947 (updated 1990), it is a requirement to obtain Planning Permission for development purposes, which consists of any building, engineering, or mining project, or a change in the material use of any land or building.
The granting of permission may be subject to an agreed set of conditions. For example, that the work is carried out within a certain time frame, or that particular materials are used during the development.
How do conveyancers help with Planning Permission?
A conveyancer ensures that the necessary Planning Permissions have been obtained in relation to a property development, or for planned changes to a property.
If you’re looking to buy, conveyancers can also perform planning searches to discover whether Planning Permission may be granted for developments that could affect your prospective property. This search not only reveals development applications in the area, but also provides information about the planning policy of the local authority, crime rates, school performance and local services – all of which can help inform a purchaser’s decision.
For further information and advice on Planning Permission, contact our conveyancing team today.