I have a semi that we completed a side extension with planning permission 15years ago. My neighbours have built (are building) what I would class as a wrap around extension (full width of rear of the house, 4 metres out and then going down the side to the end of our extension) with no planning permission or PD. I can also assume the did not apply for prior approval either as we have not been consulted/approached by planning. The only reason they told us was because they are building onto our side extension and the party wall act. They made it clear they did not need any planning. I have no issues with them building, however they appear to be doing what they wish.
My concern is do the builders actually know what they are doing?if the do not know the rules and have told them they did not need planning permission or prior approval? They seem to be just doing what the want and changing the original drawing as they go. I don’t think they had an architect in just some basic plans on the computer. If there is with no planning permission does this impact on our house/insurance etc if there was an issue as I really worry that they have not followed guidance.
Thanks