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1)
What if my neighbours object
to my plans?
2) How long is Planning Permission valid for?
3) What if Planning Permission is refused?
4) How long is Building Regulations Approval valid?
5) Can I claim back the V.A.T?
6) Do I need planning permission for all extensions?
7) Where can I obtain further information about Planning &
Building Regulations?
1)
What if my neighbours object to my plans?
Neighbours can only object with a valid planning reason,
such as loss of light to their property. They cannot object simply because
they don't like it, or even if they believe it devalues their home, or
spoils their view.
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2) How long is Planning
Permission valid for?
Planning Permission is valid for 5 years. If you do not build within this
time, you will need to make a new application and this will incur further
fees.
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3) What if Planning Permission is
refused?
Planning permission must only be refused for legitimate planning reasons.
The local authority must give a written account of these reasons.
If you do
not agree with the planning decision you can apply for an appeal.
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4) How long is Building
Regulations Approval valid?
The Building Regulations Approval is valid for 3 years. If you do not build
within this time, you will need to make a new application and this will
incur further fees.
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5) Can I claim back the V.A.T?
You can
reclaim the VAT on labour and materials, but not on the Architectural
Services for the new houses, and some conversions such as those involving a
change of use.
You
cannot claim VAT on extensions. If you are unsure, contact your local
Customs and Excise office.
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6) Do I need planning permission
for all extensions?
Some extensions
are allowed under Permitted Development. It is always advisable to check
with the Planning Department first.
The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister (ODPM) has produced a booklet called
"Planning, A Guide for Householders". This booklet outlines the rules of the
Planning system.
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7) Where can I obtain further
information about Planning & Building Regulations?
The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister produces many helpful free
publications:
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Building Regulations - Explanatory Booklet
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Planning Permission -Guide for Business
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A Householder's Planning Guide for the
Installation of Satellite Television Dishes
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Local Plans and Unitary Development Plans
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Outdoor Advertisements and Signs - A Guide for
Advertisers
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Over the Garden Hedge
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The Party Wall etc Act 1996:explanatory booklet
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Protected Trees - A Guide to Tree Preservation
Procedures
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The right Hedge for you
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Planning - A Guide for Householders
To obtain
copies of these booklets, please contact:
ODPM -
Free Literature, PO Box No 236,Wetherby.LS23 7NB
Tel: 0870
1226 236 FAX: 0870 1226 237
E-mail:
odpm@twoten.press.net
The Government Website for Planning is:
www.odpm.gov.uk/planning
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