Recent questionswithin Planning law
I have applied for planning permission for a restaurant but I think it will be refused. Can I appeal?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
If it is refused, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate but this must be lodged within six months. An independent planning inspector will ... read more
Do I need formal permission to display an advertisement for my business?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
Certain categories of signs and adverts don’t need formal permission – they have what is called ‘deemed consent’. This includes temporary advert... read more
I am setting up a restaurant but my surveyor has told me I need to get planning permission? How do I do this?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
Talk to your local planning authority – you may find you do not need to have get formal planning permission. If, for example the property is cur... read more
The property I’m interesting in has a lease which says ‘B1’ use. What does this mean?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
The commercial use of all property must have authorisation of some sort from the local planning authority. The law sets out what planning author... read more
I have carried out building works without planning permission. What is the time limit for the council to take action against me?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
The general rule is four years. This covers building works (eg putting up an unauthorised extentsion or roof-conversion), or changing a non-reside... read more
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