Planning and Building Regulation Approval

Frequently Asked Questions for Business People

Why do I need permission?
Do I need to apply for permission?
Can I work from home or can I run a business from my house?
What changes of use can I make to my existing business premises without consent?
How do I apply for the permissions I may need?
How long will a decision take?
Is there a fee?
Planning Applications: What types of planning application should I submit?
What is the Unitary Development Plan and how does that affect me?
What do I submit?
Building Regulation and Planning Applications: How does the Council deal with them?
Enforcement: What if you have gone ahead without permission?

There are often two types of consent that you need, Planning Permission and Building Regulation Approval.

Planning holds a balance between the need for new development and protecting the environment.