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Planning Application Fees Rise from April: What Homeowners Need to Know
Householder application fees are going up again in April 2026. Here is the new fee table and how to time your submission.
10 Critical Reasons Your HMO Conversion Planning Permission Could Be Rejected
Most HMO refusals come down to the same handful of issues: over-concentration, poor room sizes, missing amenity space and parking. Here is what councils look for and how to get ahead of each one before you submit.
Converting an Office Block to Flats: What Councils Look For
Office-to-residential conversions can go through prior approval, but natural light, noise and space standards still decide the outcome.
Council Tightens HMO Space Standards Across North London
New minimum room sizes for shared houses come into force this spring. Landlords with applications in the pipeline should check their layouts now.
How Article 4 Directions Affect Small HMO Conversions
An Article 4 Direction removes the right to turn a house into a small HMO without planning permission. Find out whether one applies to your street and what a full application involves.
How We Won Approval for a Rear Dormer in a Conservation Area
A rear dormer on a Victorian terrace in a conservation area was refused twice before the owners came to us. This is how we changed the outcome.
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Garage Conversion?
Most internal garage conversions are permitted development, but conditions on older estates and listed buildings can change that.
Class E Explained: Changing a Shop into a Café or Office
Use Class E groups shops, cafés, offices and gyms together, so many changes between them no longer need planning permission.
Case Study: Turning a Victorian Terrace into Two Self-Contained Flats
A three-storey terrace in Bristol became two flats with their own entrances. We cover the planning issues, the drawings and the timeline.
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FAQ
How do I know if I need planning permission?
It depends on the type of work, the size of your property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Many extensions and loft conversions are permitted development. Our pre-planning advice confirms the position in writing before you spend money on drawings.
How long does a planning application take?
Councils aim to decide householder applications within 8 weeks and major applications within 13 weeks of validation. Preparing drawings and reports usually takes two to four weeks before that.
What happens if my application is refused?
You can amend the scheme and resubmit for free within 12 months, or appeal to the Planning Inspectorate within 12 weeks for householder decisions. We review the refusal notice with you and recommend the stronger route.
What is a Lawful Development Certificate?
It is a formal confirmation from the council that your project is lawful without planning permission. It is not required, but it is useful when you sell the property or if a neighbour questions the work.
Is the council fee included in your price?
No. The council application fee is paid directly to the council through the Planning Portal. We tell you the exact fee before we submit.
