Planning Permission in County Antrim

Planning permission is an important aspect of any extensions to your property. You can engage the services of an architect or architectural services business to direct you through the process of securing planning permission for your home alteration. Architects are familiar with submitting planning applications, and will have a good knowledge of the requirements and limits both country wide and in your local area. The requirements for planning permission do vary among local authorities, and they’ll consider things like the design of the properties in the area, car parking requirements, and the needs of neighbouring properties, among other aspects. Furthermore, planning permission requirements are more stringent in conservation areas or if your home is a listed building.

Architects can help with every part of your planning application, from creating technical and architectural drawings to filing paperwork with the local authority. They can also make sure that your proposed work is designed to a high standard, creating practical and aesthetically pleasing spaces that will complement your current property. While some alterations to your house are covered by permitted development rights and as a consequence won’t need planning permission, you’ll still need to adhere to building regulations. Hiring an architect to draft the plans for your extension will guarantee that any work you carry out will adhere to these regulations and be of a high standard.