A full planning application loft approved for this property in Hackney.
A rear dormer extension was approved.
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Full Planning Drawings
Retrospective Permission for Erection of Dormer
After an enforcement notice, we’ve achieved our client in Hackney retrospective permission for the erection of a rear dormer.
What is retrospective permission?
It’s the planning permission granting the Local Authority’s planning approval after the development was already undertaken, whether it was completed or not yet.
Property owners who have undertaken development without planning permission would need to apply for this permission, or else they could face enforcement notices and penalties.
However, within a limited period of time, you can still apply after receiving the enforcement notice. Contact us for advice on what could be done in your case.
Proposed Drawings for this project
New Property Licensing Scheme in Haringey
Haringey council is introducing a large new Selective Licensing Scheme that comes into force on 17 November 2022.
The new licensing scheme aims to:
– Provide safer and well-managed housing for private renters.
– Ensure landlords take maximum responsibility for maintaining and improving the properties they let.
– Identify and improve properties with the worst efficiency ratings to help reduce fuel poverty.
Who needs to apply for the new property licensing scheme? in which areas?
Any private rented property in the selective licensing zone marker which is let to a single household or two unrelated sharers will need a license.
New licensing fees and early bird discount
The council’s online application was launched on 17 October 2022 and licensing fees for each property is £600.
Those submitting license application by 11:59 on 16 November will benefit from a £250 early bird fee discount.
Keep informed about Haringey planning permission policies with Sam Planning.
New Dwelling House with Landscaping
The erection of a whole new dwelling house and landscaping with discharge of conditions applications were approved for this property owner in Epping Forest District.
The discharged conditions are:
– Condition 3: Levels.
– Condition 4: Surface water drainage.
– Condition 6: External materials.
– Condition 7: Hard and soft landscaping.
– Condition 8: Details of privacy screen.
– Condition 11: EVP’s.
– Condition 12: Ecological enhancement scheme.
Contact us if you want to discharge conditions of approved permission and planning permissions!
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New Dwelling House Drawings
Rear Extension of 24.2m
Extensions are one of the most preferable options for property owners to expand their living space. You can always have a room bigger by applying for an extension. It could be a double-storey extension, on the ground and first floor of your dwelling, or just a single one on the ground floor – a rear extension in this case- like the one this property owner in Castle Point applied for.
By adding this extension to the ground floor from the rear side, our client will manage to have a more spacious kitchen and lounge on the ground floor. Check out the drawings to see the difference.
Call us if you want to apply, too, or call for free advice on your case!
Drawings
Change of Use to Class E (Restaurant)
Change of Use from a supermarket to a restaurant
This property owner in Hackney wanted to change the activity of his shop, they wanted to turn the ground floor supermarket into a restaurant.
A supermarket is a Class A1 use, while a restaurant is a Class E use, which definitely requires planning to change use.
So, we went on a site survey, drafted the property plan, planned the new ground floor to make it match Class E legal requirements, and applied.
Finally, we received the decision notice from the Planning Local Authority in Hackney, and the application was approved. Now the owner has the right to start their new activity as a restaurant.
Check out the drawings below and contact us to apply for the same or similar proposals.
Or just call for FREE advice!
Drawings
Extensions & Alternations to Front & Rear
Extensions
This property owner in Enfield wanted to expand their living space on the ground and the first floor. So, we planned them a two-storey extension and a single-storey rear infill extension and it was approved.
Alternations
Later on, they wanted to do some alternations to the front bay window together with retrospective front and rear rooflights. All were approved.
Check out the drawings below.
Contact us if you want to plan yours or if you have any queries. We give advice for free.
Extensions Drawings
When To Make A Planning Appeal?
When can you make a planning appeal?
When a Local Planning Authority (LPA) makes a decision on your planning application, you can appeal with no fees in some cases:
• Your application was refused for reasons you think are against the LPA’s planning policy.
• Your application was approved with conditions you think are unnecessary or unreasonable.
• Your application wasn’t given a decision on and 8 weeks have passed since the agreed-upon date.
How long do you have to make an appeal?
You have 6 months to appeal from the date you received – or were supposed to receive – your decision notice. However, in cases of enforcement, you’ll have less than that depending on when you’ve received the enforcement notice;
• Before your application was refused; you have 28 days from the decision letter date.
• After your application was refused; you have either 28 days from the enforcement letter date or 6 months from the decision letter date.
What's after that?
After that, the Planning Inspectorate will check your appeal, make sure it’s valid, take it into consideration, and you’ll be given a date to expect to receive the decision.
Appeal allowed for a property in Haringey
The appeal argues that the property hasn’t been divided to flats, as the enforcement notice states, but remains an HMO. Ground floor plan shows the communal kitchen and the site survey did as well.
Contact us if you want to apply for one or have further questions. We give advice for free.
HMO Licensing. Do You Need It?
What is HMO?
An HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) is when a property is occupied by or rented to 3 or more unrelated households sharing the same amenities. One household can have one individual and their family members or relatives.
Who needs HMO Licensing?
Across England and Wales, getting HMO Licensing is mandatory when households are 5 or more. Smaller HMOs regulations and restrictions vary from one local authority to another. A local authority can as well designate selective licensing areas, streets, or even the whole borough if the area is experiencing low housing demand or antisocial behavior.
Therefore, if you’re willing to lease your property to 3 or more households, you’ll have to consult planning services specialists who know what’s required from your local authority for HMO Licensing.
What do you need for HMO Licensing?
Along with the application, some documents will have to be handed in, such as the Gas Safety Certificate, the Electrical Safety Certificate, and, for sure, a plan of the property.
As a landlord, you’ll have to apply for the HMO License yourself or your property manager can do it on your behalf. Also, note that an HMO License holder has to be a fit and proper person.
Contact us to apply for an HMO License or if you have further queries. We give advice for free.
A 7-Bed HMO License
Lawful Development Certificate For A Loft Conversion
For this property owner, we have achieved a Lawful Development Certificate for a loft conversion.
The loft conversion; roof extension, provides a whole new loft floor with a 13m bedroom, 7m office, and a 4m bathroom. Check out the drawings below to see the difference made.
We’ve conducted a site survey, drafted existing plans, and created the proposed ones. We applied for a lawful Development Certificate and it got approved by Southend-on-Sea council to which the neighbourhood subordinates.
Lawful Development Certificates is one of the services we provide, contact us for free advice on your case.
