How can a planning permission consultant in Stoke Newington, London help me know which type to apply for?

Feb 27

Stoke Newington is a desirable area nestling in the heart of the North London borough of Hackney. It’s well provided with independent shops and cafés and is home to a variety of green spaces, including the expansive Clissold Park.

This area is a hit with anyone who enjoys a community feel and is ever popular with growing families.

Embarking on a project to extend or renovate your property in Stoke Newington is a good move if you wish to stay in this well-serviced neighbourhood.

If you’re wondering how a planning permission consultant in Stoke Newington, London, could help your project, you can find out more in our latest post.

Types of planning permission

Before you start your building project, it’s important to understand what planning permission (also referred to as “planning consent”) is and its different types.

Planning permission is consent given by your local authority to go ahead with your building plans.

These are some of the most common types of planning permission:

Householder planning permission: This is used when you want to enlarge or alter a house (but not a flat) — for example by building an extension or converting a loft.
Full planning permission: This type is applicable to work to be carried out on a flat or demolition work, among other examples.
Outline planning permission: Applying for outline planning permission allows you to find out whether your proposed project is likely to be approved. Your application will be less detailed than other types of planning permission, and other factors known as “reserved matters” may be approved later.
Listed building consent: If your property is listed, you will need to apply for this type of planning permission. This is in addition to any other types of planning permission that are relevant to your project. You may need to apply for more than one type of planning permission. This is known as a “hybrid application”.

How could a planning permission consultant help me?

As you can see, there are several different types of planning permission. In fact, we haven’t listed them all here — only the more usual ones.

A planning permission consultant can help guide you through the whole process of applying for the consent you need. They will understand which type of planning permission is most appropriate for your project, or indeed if you need to apply for more than one type.

Choosing a planning permission consultant local to you can be a real bonus in this case, as they will have experience working on similar projects. This means that they will already have a good idea of which planning permission you need to apply for and what the process and likely outcome will be.

Your planning permission consultant will also be aware of any restrictions that apply to your property or neighbourhood and guide you towards the right type of permission for your project.

Your planning permission consultant will also manage the application process for you. They can do this by pulling together all the supporting material required and liaising with your local authority.

If they are part of a wider practice, for example an architectural firm, they can also arrange for drawings and plans to be drawn up to support your application.

Once planning permission is granted, your consultant can make sure that any conditions are fulfilled before you start your project.

Looking for a planning permission consultant in Stoke Newington, London?

If you live in Stoke Newington and are looking for a planning permission consultant familiar with your locality, reach out to us here at Humphreys & Sons. We’re a local, family-run architectural firm with expertise in many areas, including planning permission.

We’ve got an excellent track record of working with properties in Essex and London, including Stoke Newington, and can guide you all the way through the planning permission process.