For your convenience the basic details regarding planning permission for conservatories are detailed in this posting.

Planning permission for conservatories can be a nightmare, to assist you, here are some of the “conditions” attached to planning permission and building regulations.

(These apply to England and Wales only). Planning Permission for Scotland, Northern Ireland, Eire and North American are quite different - You should in all instances take local advice regarding planning permission for conservatories.

Do I Need Planning Permission for Conservatories?
In England and Wales you will not usually require planning permission for conservatories, provided you do not exceed the permitted development limit for your property (which is 50-70 cubic metres, depending on where you live). Notable exceptions to this planning permission rule are listed buildings and conservation areas. Please note that if your property has been extended in the past - you will have used up some or perhaps all of your “permitted development” area and may need planning permission to build your conservatory. It is also worth noting that occasionally “permitted development” rights may be withdrawn from a property and planning permission for a conservatory, no matter how small, would still be required. If you are in any doubt about planning permission, double check.

Conservatory Building Regulations
Normally conservatories on residential property are exempted under Building Regulations.
Below are some of the planning permission exemption criteria - under the Building Regulations 1991 (as amended).

These criteria must be met for a conservatory extension to be classified as exempt:
Planning Permission Exemption Criteria

a) The extension has a completely transparent or translucent roof.
b) The extension walls are substantially glazed. Must have at least half the area of the walls formed of windows. Must have at least three quarters of the area of the roof formed of glazing, polycarbonate sheets or similar translucent material.
c) The extension has a floor area not exceeding 30m squared.
d) The extension is sited at ground level.
e) The extension is permanently separated from the remainder of the property by means of a door.
f) Any radiator within the conservatory is controllable. (If fixed heating installations are proposed, they should have their own separate temperature and on/off controls).
g) The glazing satisfies the requirements of part N, Schedule 1 (toughened/safety glass).
h) The extension does not contain any drainage facilities. (i.e. sink, WC, or washing machine)
So When is Planning Permission for Conservatories Required?
The common exception to this rule is when planning a kitchen conservatory extension, but in this and all other circumstances for detailed accurate advice, contact your local council.

How difficult is it to DIY your Conservatory?

Suppliers of DIY conservatories provide installation instructions to be followed by you or your builders.

So you can choose to project manage the installation of your new DIY conservatory using a local builder or brave the DIY approach. You will save a substantial amount of expenditure compared to normal retail prices for supply and fit.

Who supplies DIY conservatories?

There are many DIY conservatory suppliers in the UK market; however, the sites that follow are those that I feel provide a good selection at competitive prices.

Direct Conservatories 4U Provide an excellent range of DIY conservatories, with great installation instructions and planning permission information on site.

DIY-Conservatories-UK.co.uk provide a lot of information regarding DIY conservatories with a very useful FAQ’s section.

For DIY conservatory bases I would first visit conservatory-base.co.uk, who hold a great selection of bases and provide information to assist you with selecting the correct base for your project.

Article provided by Badger at Home-improvements-interiors.blogspot.com

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