Planning and consent
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Dreaming of upgrading your windows with a fresh, energy-efficient alternative? While replacing windows might seem straightforward, navigating planning permission for windows in the UK can sometimes add complexity. This guide explores the regulations surrounding window replacement and helps you determine if your project requires planning permission.
In most cases, replacing or overhauling existing windows won’t necessitate planning permission for it. If your property resides within a Conservation area, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or a World Heritage Site, you’ll likely need to obtain planning permission for certain types of window work that wouldn’t require approval elsewhere. Our advice is simple yet vital: contact your Local Planning Authority before commencing any work. Engaging with them early in the process allows you to discuss your plans and receive guidance on whether you need to apply for planning permission.
Conservation areas aim to preserve a specific location’s architectural character. Here, replacing windows with those closely resembling the originals in terms of material, design, and proportions is generally favoured for approval. Typically, preparing an application for a property within a conservation area requires two to three weeks to gather all necessary information and submit it. Following submission, the council has eight weeks to provide a decision, starting from the validation of the application. However, delays in validation and additional information requests from the council can extend this timeframe. Costs associated with planning permission can also differ depending on the project’s complexity.
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The stringent preservation requirements associated with listed buildings necessitate thorough documentation and often result in prolonged deliberation periods. Submitting a listed building planning application typically takes around three weeks, but gaining approval can be a lengthy endeavour, spanning 12 to 18 weeks or longer. Securing approval for alterations or renovations to listed buildings demands patience and persistence, as each application may require multiple submissions before reaching a favourable outcome.
Whether you’re contemplating window replacement in a conservation area or a listed building, our team is here to provide guidance and support. Contact us today on 020 8017 1632 or email office@londonsash.com to arrange a free consultation.
