Planning Permission in Southwark

Planning permission is an important aspect of any alterations to your property. You can engage the services of an architect or architectural services firm to direct you through the procedure of securing planning permission for your home extension. 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 show that your building work is sympathetic to the conditions outlined by local authority policy.

Architects can help with every part of your planning application, from producing technical and architectural drawings to submitting paperwork with your local authority. They are able to also make sure that your proposed work is designed to a high standard, creating functional and beautiful spaces that will suit your current property. Although some alterations to your house are included in permitted development rights and as a consequence won’t require planning permission, you’ll still need to abide by building regulations. Hiring an architect to draw up the plans for your extension will ensure that any work you carry out will abide by these regulations and be of a high standard.