How long can you go without planning permission?

Your Local Planning Authority (LPA) On The Rules The 4-year rule covers any breach of building or operations development which has not been challenged by enforcement action for the period of at least four years.

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When there has been a breach of planning regulations there are two rules which may be utilised to prevent the property owner from receiving an enforcement action. The 4-year rule and the 10-year rule may be applied when considering either an unpermitted residential development or a change of use.

Your Local Planning Authority (LPA) On The Rules

Your Local Planning Authority (LPA) monitors planning breaches and will enforce the necessary action, if applicable. You may have unintentionally contravened planning regulations or your circumstances may have changed resulting in a breach of the existing permission. In some cases, you may be protected from enforcement, depending on how long the new arrangement, or breach, has been in place. The 4-year rule covers any breach of building or operations development which has not been challenged by enforcement action for the period of at least four years.

What The 10 year rule covers

The 10-year rule covers any breach of use of land or buildings (excluding dwellings) which has not been challenged by enforcement action for the period of at least ten years. N.B. A ‘dwelling’ is deemed by planning law to be a class C3 in terms of use and is covered by the 4-year rule. The 10-year rule also applies to a breach of any existing planning condition which has not been challenged by enforcement action for the period of at least ten years. If you think your planning contravention falls under either the 4-year or 10-year rule then you will need to apply for a certificate of lawfulness from your Local Planning Authority. This is a legal document which retrospectively grants permission for the unauthorised development or use of your property and authorises that this may be continued. You can also apply for traditional planning permission but this will be a lengthy and more costly process. It is worth noting that if you deliberately deceive your Local Planning Authority and/or conceal the planning breach then enforcement action is likely to be taken. It is crucial that property and landowners observe the relevant planning laws. If the regulations are not complied with, there could be significant difficulty in selling or even remortgaging the property.

Applying for a certificate of lawfulness

Applying for a certificate of lawfulness is a complex process and is something that your London architect can help you navigate. You will need to provide a host of documents as evidence that the building has been developed or used as you claim. Depending on your situation, documents required may include tenancy agreements, utility bills, receipts of building works undertaken, to name a few. All will need to span the four or ten year period in question. Your architect will be able to advise you on what is required. If your application is approved, the Local Planning Authority will provide you with a certificate of lawfulness. You can then be reassured that your property and its use complies with all the necessary regulations.

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Portable Gas Heaters are Convenient and Effective Generally speaking, as long as the heater has a maximum output of 3kw, it will be powerful enough to warm most sheds, summer houses and log cabins.

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Portable Gas Heaters are Convenient and Effective

There’s no need to worry about connecting a summer house heater to the mains or any sort of other static power supply. They work using a gas cylinder, fitted into the back of the unit, which means they’re incredibly easy to manoeuvre and versatile. Invariably, gas cabinet heaters feature adjustable settings too, so you can select exactly the right temperature for your own garden building, according to its size and the temperature outside. Generally speaking, as long as the heater has a maximum output of 3kw, it will be powerful enough to warm most sheds, summer houses and log cabins.

They're Safe Too

Always buy a summer house heater that is CE-approved, which means that it meets the strictest European safety regulations.

And They're The Easiest Way to Heat A Garden Building

Insulating a garden building, or connecting one to a power supply, can be an expensive and time-consuming business. On the other hand, using a portable gas cabinet heater couldn't be easier. It will already include a hose, regulator and all of the other essential parts required. The only thing that you will need to purchase separately is the gas cylinder. Once you have this, you’re all ready to transform your shed, summer house or log cabin into a cosy, inviting second home, which is suitable for use the whole year round.

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