Planning Permission: How to Appeal and Win

Despite the meticulous research, preparation and presentation you’ll put into your scheme, it’s possible that your planning application will stumble at the first hurdle – but that doesn’t mean it’s the end of the line for your project.

COMPLETE GUIDE TO PLANNING PERMISSION

If your submission is refused or the local authority doesn’t reach a decision within eight weeks from registration, you still have the right to appeal. This process takes the decision out of the council’s hands and into those of an independent inspector.

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The prospect of going down this route may seem a little daunting and it’s not always obvious as to whether you will succeed. So, let’s take a closer look at the procedure involved and the factors that will give your scheme the best chance of success.

Types of planning appeals

The appeal process can be divided into two categories.

The first covers householder appeals that apply to extensions, garden buildings and works in domestic gardens. The second kind, planning appeals, covers everything else (ie a new build home).

There are three distinct courses of action: written representations, informal hearings and public enquiries. The majority of appeals for self builds, extensions etc are dealt with via written representations.

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