General

Topic	Replies	Views	Activity
What are the requirements in the existing Building Regulations with regard to material change of use?	1	419	14 February 2013
With regard to Building Regulations, what is meant by the term 'material alteration'?	1	697	14 February 2013
With regard to Building Regulations, what specifically does the term 'public building' refer to?	1	422	14 February 2013
With regard to Building Regulations, what is meant by the term 'material change of use'?	1	466	14 February 2013
Is it permissible to place illuminated signs outside one's residential premises without seeking planning permission?	1	393	14 February 2013
With regards to planning permission, are there any regulations regarding the size of advertising hoardings?	1	399	14 February 2013
Is it permitted to display signage or advertising in front of your residential premises without seeking planning permission?	1	440	14 February 2013
Is it possible to apply for planning permission online?	1	427	7 February 2013
Does an individual need to apply for planning permission in order to erect some form of advertising?	1	453	7 February 2013
How much does an application for planning permission cost for an average householder?	1	491	7 February 2013
What are the potential consequences if an individual fails to apply for planning permission when it is required?	1	443	7 February 2013
When making an application for planning permission, do the applicant's neighbours have a right to object?	1	401	7 February 2013
How long does an appeal against a planning permission rejection take to be considered?	1	417	7 February 2013
If a planning permission application is refused, how long does the individual have to appeal?	1	391	7 February 2013
With regards to planning permission, what is meant by the expression 'covenant'?	1	377	7 February 2013
What action can be taken by an applicant if planning permission is refused?	1	416	7 February 2013
If a local authority exceeds the eight week period that is set aside for assessing planning permissions, what is the procedure to be followed?	1	385	7 February 2013
How long is planning permission valid for once it has been authorised by the local authority?	1	420	7 February 2013
How long does a local authority generally take to assess a planning permission application?	1	405	7 February 2013
Should an individual submit an application for planning permission, is (s)he entitled to see copies of background reports and / or papers that are collated by the local authority?	1	404	7 February 2013
How will a planning department of a local authority advertise an application for planning permission?	1	404	7 February 2013
Is there any charge to inspect any of a local authority's documents that relate to planning permission?	1	408	7 February 2013
With regards to planning permission, what is meant by the 'planning permission process'?	1	400	7 February 2013
What are a local authority's responsibilities under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (England) Order 2010?	1	360	7 February 2013
What are a local authority's responsibilities under the Local Government (Access to Information) (Variation) Order 2006?	1	542	7 February 2013
What are a local authority's responsibilities under the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007?	1	493	7 February 2013
What is the purpose of a 'Certificate of lawfulness'?	1	468	7 February 2013
What do local authorities use planning controls for?	1	444	7 February 2013
Do you require planning permission before working on a tree?	1	387	7 February 2013
Are there any specific planning permission requirements related to advertising?	1	427	7 February 2013