The Planning Process

Most domestic dwellings will have exempted development rights which allow the owner to carry out extensions and/or renovations within a strict set of criteria. If the proposed development falls outside these criteria then a planning application is required before any works commence.

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If works have been carried out that don't fall within the exempted development criteria, and there has not been planning granted, then a retention application needs to be submitted. 

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The relevant council have a maximum 2 month period to decide whether to grant or refuse the application, or request further information. There are no guarantees that the council will approve the development.

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Express Retentions provide an efficient service to allow the retention application to be submitted as soon as possible. Once submitted, the timescales are within the gift of the council.

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The above is a broad summary of the process and should not be relied upon. Always engage the services of a professional, such as Express Retentions, to guide you through the process.

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