New window on front of house

[wwwebber]

Hi,

I'm thinking of installing a new window on first floor landing to give this area some natural light. This will be a new window and will be on the front of the house directly above the front door and in between two existing bedroom windows.

Do I need planning permission for this ?

Also, the bathroom at the rear of the house doesn't currently have a window so thinking about doing the same here but with obscured glass. Again, do I need planning permission ?.

Thanks.

 

[LukeB123]

No planning permission unless you are in an Article 4 area restricting changes, or it's a listed building.

Assuming that it's a flat velux window that's similar material to the existing house.

Rear windows don't have to be obscured, only side facing windows.

 

[wwwebber]

No planning permission unless you are in an Article 4 area restricting changes, or it's a listed building.

Assuming that it's a flat velux window that's similar material to the existing house.

Rear windows don't have to be obscured, only side facing windows.

Thank you. Yes, all new windows will be in keeping with the existing ones. I want obscured glass on the new rear window as it's in the bathroom

 

[^woody^]

Assuming that it's a flat velux window that's similar material to the existing house

Would the OP need a specific flashing kit to install the Velux in the wall?

 

[Nige F]

Thank you. Yes, all new windows will be in keeping with the existing ones. I want obscured glass on the new rear window as it's in the bathroom

Re: Obscure glass - A local window firm I used suggested a "sandblasted " type of glass in the sealed units, because I overlook next door closely. It cost me £100 more than obscured but it's brilliant. Imagine a ground glass effect - totally obscure so you don't need blinds - you literally can't see anything- even right outside ( I checked ) with the light on. Worked a treat in my bungalow

 

[Ian H]

- you literally can't see anything- even right outside ( I checked ) with the light on. Worked a treat in my bungalow

What was your procedure for checking it?

 

[Jupiter01]

Re: Obscure glass - A local window firm I used suggested a "sandblasted " type of glass in the sealed units, because I overlook next door closely. It cost me £100 more than obscured but it's brilliant. Imagine a ground glass effect - totally obscure so you don't need blinds - you literally can't see anything- even right outside ( I checked ) with the light on. Worked a treat in my bungalow

Did you need any planning permission for the window that overlooks the neighbour? Did you cut in a new window in this case? Can this window have any openings?
I am planning something similar and would appreciate your advice.