The Town and Country Planning Rules for ‘permitted Development’ (england) are to Change With Effect From 1st October 2008
It also appears that development within gardens of properties in ‘conservation areas’ and ‘areas of outstanding natural beauty’ may be permitted, if sited within 20 metres of the house and subject to the other usual requirements.
However, there are some difficulties to contend with;
- The maximum height of the ‘Eaves’ of the building will be limited to 2500 mm
- The height of the building must not exceed 2500 mm within 2 metres of a boundary.
- ALL buildings with a veranda, balcony or raised platform will need permission.
Our discussions with councils so far indicate that there has been insufficient time for them to decide exactly how the new rules will be interpreted and implemented. These notes are simply our observations and should not be considered an official view.
We understand that work started prior to 1st October 2008 will be accepted under the existing rules.
It follows therefore that if you have been contemplating your log cabin and position in the garden, it might be prudent to order your log cabin within the next few days (and break the sod), before the new rules become effective, particularly if it avoids you in needing to go through the lengthy and costly process of obtaining planning permission thereafter.
On the other hand, if you are not ready to push the button, we should remind you that a significant advantage of Keops Interlock log cabins is that they are tailor made and we have the ability to design the log cabin to comply with the new rules, in most situations.
Disclaimer: This is an introductory guide and is not a definitive source of legal information. If you have any doubt you should contact your local planning authority before undertaking any work.
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