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Prior approval

While permitted development rights allow you to make some changes to your home without the need for a full planning application, some projects will still need to be reviewed and approved by us. This is known as ‘prior approval’  

With work that requires prior approval you must submit an application before the work begins. This is to confirm whether your project is covered by this approval process or needs planning permission. 


The most common types of work that require prior approval are: 

  • Home extensions 
  • Changing the use of a property from office to residential  

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