If you’re planning a home extension then you may be wondering if you can do so without planning permission. The short answer is yes, you can. However, there are a few regulations involved that you will have to abide by to avoid planning constraints. These are the following:
Ensure the extension is:
- Less than half the footprint of the original house
- Built on the back of your home
- Is built with the same material
- Is less than 4 metres tall and half the width of your current structure
What Is Planning Permission
Planning permission is the formal approval of construction works. It’s given to those looking to build or adapt a structure outside of the standard permissions of basic building work. New homes, renovations to listed buildings and certain home extensions fall under this. You can apply for planning permission with relative ease and as long as your building is not heritage or disrupting the public or your neighbours, it will likely be accepted within reason. However, it is accompanied by a fee to apply.
How Close To A Boundary Can I Build An Extension
A home extension can be built within 50mm of a boundary. However, there are limits to this, especially if the extension is going to be tall. Structures that exceed a certain height need planning permission anyway, and your neighbours and the surrounding area will be taken into account when considering approval. You should always talk to those around you before encroaching on a boundary though to ensure everybody is happy with the work going forward.
The Importance Of Abiding By Building Regulations
You must abide by the regulations for home extensions. Whether you’ve applied for planning permission or don’t need to, you must follow the rules. This is not just due to the financial consequences of unregulated building, but the health and safety too. Building regulations are put in place to keep people out of harm’s way, if you build an unsafe or dangerous structure then not only will you need to demolish and reconstruct primary elements, but you’ll also be risking people’s safety too.
Choose Pepworth Construction For Quality Home Extensions
For quality home extensions built by professionals, get in touch with Pepworth Construction. We’re fully qualified and experienced in all building services to ensure you get the perfect service every time. Give us a call today or submit a form online to find out more.
