within eight weeks.
You should receive planning permission within eight weeks and you wouldn’t need to contact us during this time. We will contact you in writing to let you know if any changes are needed and provide a new deadline for revised plans.
How long does it take to process planning permission?
Household and minor planning applications are meant to be decided within 8 weeks. Large or controversial developments are meant to be decided within 13 weeks. If an application is subject to an Environmental Impact Assessment, it is meant to be within 16 weeks.
What if planning permission takes too long?
You can also appeal if the local authority does not issue a decision within eight weeks (known as non-determination), unless you have agreed in writing to an extension of that period. If you appeal, your application will be out of the authority’s hands.
Can you start building while waiting for planning permission?
Not all building projects require planning permission. However, if you build something that would ordinarily require consent, but you did not apply for permission before work began, you will need to make a retrospective application.
Can planning permission take less than 8 weeks?
Guide contents. Planning decisions on householder and other minor applications are usually completed within 8 weeks. Major applications may take 13 weeks to decide or longer (these may benefit from a formal planning performance agreement with the applicant).
Can Neighbours block planning?
Planning permission can be refused if your neighbour’s extension is deemed to cause an adverse impact on your home. They may also be asked to amend their design to remove any harmful effect on your property. There are specific ‘rules of thumb’ that would be an indicator of risk if your neighbours’ proposal fails.
What reasons can planning permission be refused?
The more common reasons for refusal are: Your project would overshadow a neighbour, causing them loss of light. Your building or structure overlooks other homes, causing loss of privacy. The appearance would be out of character with the existing property.
What are the stages of planning permission?
Step by Step Guide to the Planning Application Process
- Step 1 – Pre-application advice.
- Step 2 – Application and validation.
- Step 3 – Consultation and publicity.
- Step 4 – Site visit and assessment.
- Step 5 – Recommendation.
- Step 6 – Decision.
- Step 7 – Appeal.
Can you fast track a planning application?
Planning application fast track service
This service guarantees you a decision notice in writing within a maximum of 5 working days of the conclusion of the statutory 21 day consultation period.
How long does Council take to approve plans?
Timeframes. Building plans generally take up to three months to be approved, depending on the municipality. Sometimes, it can take six months to a year before being approved or referred. To ensure your plans are approved on time, be sure to follow up regularly with the municipality.
What is the 7 year rule in planning?
The so called “7 Year Rule” derives from Section 157(4) of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 which says that the local authority may not serve an enforcement notice or take proceedings for an unauthorised development after 7 years have commenced since the unauthorised development commenced.
What is the 56 day planning rule?
The LPA then has 56 days following the date on which they receive the application to decide if prior approval is required and, if it is, whether approval is given or refused. Weekends, public holidays and delays in registering applications have no effect on the time limit.
What is the 28 day planning rule?
The use of any land for any purpose for not more than 28 days in total in any calendar year, of which not more than 14 days in total may be for the purposes referred to in paragraph B. 2, and the provision on the land of any moveable structure for the purposes of the permitted use.
Can I be refused planning permission?
Common issues when it might not reach the standards include required the minimum required space standards, and also other amenity requirements. Tying in with other aspects, a badly planned location also means that a project will have its planning permission rejected.
What’s the 45 degree rule?
The 45-degree rule is assessed on both plan and elevation. An extension should not exceed a line taken at 45 degrees from the centre of the nearest ground floor window of a habitable room in an adjoining property.
What is the 50/50 rule right to light?
The 50:50 rule says that if a new obstruction means that a room is left with less than 50% of its working plane having ‘adequate’ light then this could be regarded as an actionable injury. Subsequent Court cases have indicated that 55% is more appropriate for residential property.
Can you building within 1m of boundary?
It is very unlikely that you’ll need any Building Regulations at all. There is no requirement to meet Building Regulations regardless of what you’re using the building for, except for Sleeping Accommodation. In order to meet Building Regulations you will need to place the building at least 1m away from any boundary.
Can a Neighbour stop my extension?
In answer to the question – can my neighbour stop me building my extension? The answer is no, they cannot. They can request additional details which (1) makes things more expensive for you and (2) takes additional time. They cannot stop you from building.
How do you beat a planning application?
To object, write to the Planning Department of your local authority and quote the planning application number. There will often be a comments section on the local authority’s website where you can do this, otherwise post or email is fine.
How can I increase my chances of planning permission?
To give your planning application the best chances of success, it’s important to make sure you provide the required information.
3 tips for getting planning permission
- Five copies of the application form.
- A signed ownership certificate.
- A Design and Access Statement.
- The planning permission fee.
How do councils decide planning applications?
Planning applications have to be decided in line with the relevant local planning authority’s (LPA) development plan – unless there is a very good reason not to do so. In this section you will learn how and when planning applications are decided and the options you have once a decision has been made.