Planning permission for conservatories for DIY and self build in the UK.

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Planning permissions for DIY conservatories

Throughout England & Wales, planning permission is generally not required if you are to build a DIY conservatory for purely domestic purposes. However, there are a number of simple checks to make to make sure that you will comply. First, check the ‘permitted development limit’ for your property. This is usually between 50 and 70 cubic metres depending on your local authority regulations. The DIY conservatory must not exceed this limit.

Second, if the property has been extended in the past a proportion of the ‘permitted development limit’ will have been used up. For complete peace of mind and for absolute clarity on the matter, diy2go.com recommend that you check with your local planning office. The house owner is responsible for obtaining planning permission  for their DIY conservatory should it be needed.

As mentioned above, planning permission requirements vary between local authorities. There are a number of commonalities that make planning permission for a DIY conservatory required.

  • The house is a listed building or is within a conservation area.
  • If the DIY conservatory will not be used for purely domestic purposes.
  • If any part of the DIY conservatory comes within a conservation area.
  • The house has already been significantly extended, and the new conservatory means that the total added area would be in excess of 30 square metres.
  • If you are building your DIY conservatory on the front of your property and part of or all of the existing wall of the house facing onto the highway

    • diy2go.com endeavour to ensure that the information above is accurate. Planning law however is subject to change. It is the responsibility of the house owner to make enquiries at their local planning and building control departments, and to obtain the necessary consents before commencing any building work.

    Scottish & Isle of Man Regulations

    These regulations differ from those for England & Wales. A building warrant is always required before you commence construction of a DIY conservatory over 8 square metres. diy2go.com recommend that you contact your relevant local authority to seek advise and clarification at the beginning of your planning process.

    diy2go.com endeavour to ensure that the information above is accurate. Planning law however is subject to change. It is the responsibility of the house owner to make enquiries at their local planning and building control departments, and to obtain the necessary consents before commencing any building work.

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