Planning Consultant Brighton

When you can and can't get Permitted Development Rights

Although many minor developments to an existing property are usually allowed without planning permission, there are occasionally times where these will end up contravening planning law, meaning that you will end up having to either retrospectively apply for permission and if you are not awarded planning permission then you will be forced to restore the property to its previous condition. Article 4 and article 3 restrictions to permitted development rights can be applied and conservation areas or other special restrictions can apply so before doing any work, do check with the relevant authority.

When an application is made, the council may request additional material, this is another reason to engage the services of a planning consultant. With professional advice you can pre-empt any demands of the planning committee and ensure that all relevent materials are gathered together in a timely fashion and that your application is not held with delays.

Aside from the local council, you will also have to convince your neighbours. This is another way in which a professional planning consultant can help. By having professional plans drawn up, you can more accurately convey the extent of any development to your neighbours.