New works or elements that weren’t part of the original application.Changes which alter the nature or description of the development.
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Inserting a new feature (such as dormer windows that could create an overlooking problem).Significant change in elevation (where the proposal would appear materially different to that permitted).
Significant increase in the height of an eaves or roof.Increasing the size of your extension/building.Want to know when a non-material amendment becomes just a straight-up no-go zone? Here’s what won’t be considered as part of your existing planning agreement… If you do decide to go ahead with your alterations, you’ll then need to make a formal ‘non-material amendment’ application, which will incur a small fee. A nice officer will be able to give you informal advice that’ll help you work out the likelihood of your changes being approved before you go down official channels. To help offer some clarity, we recommend talking potential changes through with your case officer or having your architect do this on your behalf. However, it’s important to note there’s no statutory definition on what falls under this category, so it often falls to your local authority to make a subjective decision. Reducing the size of your building/extension.Amendments to windows/doors/openings that don’t overlook neighbouring properties.Small changes under this banner might include… Council’s generally don’t allow major design changes but they do allow room for alterations that fall under ‘non-material amendments’. If you’re dying to change up your project’s design, we’re afraid to say you are limited. To better understand what’s possible, we got asked our architects to break down your post-planning options… Changes you might be able to make You’re likely sorting out your building regulations and gearing up to start construction but, wait a minute, wouldn’t that window look better over there? Maybe a sliding door would be better than bi-fold? Could the kitchen work better further to the back? Often, the stage that causes the biggest confusion is the one after planning approval. With all the different stages of getting the green light, thumbs up, and go ahead, it can be tricky to understand when changes to your design can and can’t be made.