2 skylights specified in LDC/PD - I want 3

[Darko]

So, my lawful development application went in as "dormer conversion with two skylights at front" - got the approval (I'm aware that it wasn't needed but applied for it as a precaution).

I now want to add 3 skylights to the front - the architect (unsurprisingly, as he would not benefit from simply saying yes that's PD) says check with the council.

However, do I really need to? They won't protrude more than 150mm from the front roof.

The roof span is about 4.6 metres and two skylights would be 78x98 and another would be 58x78.

 

[Nakajo]

How does the architect benefit from saying 'check with the council'?

 

[Darko]

Because it moves any risk of the decision (being wrong) away from the professional - ultimately, there's no upside for him if I get a little bit more light in. A more helpful answer would be "I believe it is XYZ, but to be prudent, I suggest checking with the council".

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

I believe it is Permitted Development, but to be prudent, I suggest checking with the council.

 

[Darko]

Thanks.

 

[Nakajo]

fmt Can I have some of that 'benefit' that you just accrued?

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

You can have it all.

 

[tony1851]

Your architect is an idiot; it is permitted development to put as many rooflights as you want on the front roof slope (assuming you are not a listed building).