Changes to Permitted Development Rights
You may have seen references in the national press to changes,
which are to be effective from 1 October 2008.
They relate to a range of developments, which may be undertaken
by householders without planning permission, and include
significant amendments to the existing restrictions on extensions
to dwellings and outbuildings. New restrictions have been
introduced on chimneys, flues and soil and vent pipes and on
hardstandings in front gardens if they lack porous surfaces or a
direct run-off to a permeable or a porous surface. There are many
other detailed changes.
Further details are available from the Planning Portal at
www.planningportal.gov.uk
If you wish to find out whether you need planning permission for
your proposal, please submit an application for a Lawful Development
Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development, Form 16 on our
website. This will enable the Council to give you a formal
determination as to whether planning permission is necessary.
Contact Planning
Telephone: 01304 872486
Email developmentcontrol@dover.gov.uk
