Hi,
We own a Victorian terraced house and intend do make the following structural changes:
a) Side Infill Extension - Requires removal of existing conservatory and original outside wall
b) Loft Extension - L-shaped dormer
Both require planning permission.
We intend to complete a) within the next year, while b) would be completed when funds allow and family size necessitates, but likely in c. 5 years
We are currently at the design stage, and I am unsure whether to do Design and Planning permission application for both a) and b) at this time. My concern is two-fold:
1) 3 year limit - Would planning permission lapse on the loft extension if not started within 3 years? Or would the commencement of the side infill extension mean it counts as "started".
2) Speed of approval - The loft extension is likely to be more contentious, due to potential ridge line alterations. I wouldn't want to delay approval of a) for something we wouldn't be doing for 5 years.
If we submit two separate applications, then what would be the extra cost implications? Would it only be the cost of the applications themselves?
Are there any other considerations I haven't thought of?
Thanks
We own a Victorian terraced house and intend do make the following structural changes:
a) Side Infill Extension - Requires removal of existing conservatory and original outside wall
b) Loft Extension - L-shaped dormer
Both require planning permission.
We intend to complete a) within the next year, while b) would be completed when funds allow and family size necessitates, but likely in c. 5 years
We are currently at the design stage, and I am unsure whether to do Design and Planning permission application for both a) and b) at this time. My concern is two-fold:
1) 3 year limit - Would planning permission lapse on the loft extension if not started within 3 years? Or would the commencement of the side infill extension mean it counts as "started".
2) Speed of approval - The loft extension is likely to be more contentious, due to potential ridge line alterations. I wouldn't want to delay approval of a) for something we wouldn't be doing for 5 years.
If we submit two separate applications, then what would be the extra cost implications? Would it only be the cost of the applications themselves?
Are there any other considerations I haven't thought of?
Thanks