Potential Constraints

For every new build whether a house, flats or commercial building there will firstly be a whole list of planning and design criteria that must be met in order to stand a chance of gaining planning approval. The specific criteria will depend on the type of development, the site location and the local planning policies which differ between each planning authority.

There are many potential constraints such as article 4 direction, section 106, conservation areas and even just living under a flight path can make gaining planning approval more difficult or even impossible in some cases.

Specialist reports may also need to be submitted with all the usual supporting evidence and drawings. Especially for large new build developments that will have a significant impact on the surrounding area. Examples of these include heritage statements, transport surveys, wildlife reports and many others.

If the development has the potential to disrupt wildlife such as birds or bats, then a wildlife survey and report will be required. If you live in a conservation area planning is usually strictly controlled and therefore a heritage statement will likely be necessary.

If the building is listed in addition to securing planning approval you will also require listed building consent and building regulations approval before work can commence. Carrying out any works on a listed building without the necessary approvals is a criminal offence.

If there are any constraints that limit or remove permitted development rights or even one of these criteria is not met, then you are required to submit an application for planning permission.

If you would like to find out what is required for your new build, the likelihood of success or the costs associated with applying for planning permission please contact us to speak with one of our expert planning consultants today.

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