Planning Permission in Harlow

Planning permission is an essential factor of any extensions to your property. You can engage the services of an architect or architectural services firm to guide you through the procedure of obtaining planning permission for your home alteration. Architects are experienced with submitting planning applications, and will have a good knowledge of the requirements and limitations both country wide and in your local area. The majority of planning permission applications are granted, particularly if you can demonstrate that your building work is sympathetic to the conditions established by local authority policy.

Architects can help with every aspect of your planning application, from creating technical and architectural drawings to submitting paperwork with the local authority. They are able to also ensure 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 property are included in permitted development rights and as a consequence won’t need planning permission, you’ll still need to conform to building regulations. Hiring an architect to draft the plans for your extension will ensure that any work you undertake will adhere to these regulations and be of a high standard.