An extension or addition to your house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to the following limits and conditions: no more than half the area of land around the “original house” would be covered by additions or other buildings. no extension forward of the principal elevation or side elevation fronting a highway. no extension to be higher than the highest part of the roof. single-storey rear extensions…
House extensions Bristol
Planning permission In many cases you will be able to plan a house extension without applying for planning permission but for more significant extensions you will probably need to submit a planning application to obtain the consent. It is recommended to seek advice from your architect if you are not sure about which category you fall into. For instance, a single-storey rear extension is allowed to be up to 3m deep for a terraced house,…
Not convinced about flat roof extensions? Maybe it’s time to change your mind! If you are put off by the idea of a flat roof extension, it might be time to reconsider. They have earned a bit of a bad reputation over the years, but a lot has changed since the 1960s and 70s. So why should you consider a flat roof extension for your property? There are plenty of reasons, but here are some…