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Planning Conditions
danm
Posts: 541 Forumite
Quick question for any conveyancing experts.
The extension on the house i am purchasing is subject to a number of planning conditions...things like the exterior to be in keeping with the original house etc.
My solicitor has said the council do not proactively enforce these conditions unless they receive information that a breach has occurred (i.e neighbour complaining), but still needs confirmation from the council that planning conditions have been met. (seems to contradict itself)
has anyone had a similar experience - what was the outcome??
Thanks
Dan
The extension on the house i am purchasing is subject to a number of planning conditions...things like the exterior to be in keeping with the original house etc.
My solicitor has said the council do not proactively enforce these conditions unless they receive information that a breach has occurred (i.e neighbour complaining), but still needs confirmation from the council that planning conditions have been met. (seems to contradict itself)
has anyone had a similar experience - what was the outcome??
Thanks
Dan
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is it in a conservation area?:beer: Well aint funny how its the little things in life that mean the most? Not where you live, the car you drive or the price tag on your clothes.
Theres no dollar sign on piece of mind
This Ive come to know...
So if you agree have a drink with me, raise your glasses for a toast :beer:0 -
No - conditions are not eroneous in themselves, but requiring the information is causing a delay to the already delayed process0
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Certain conditions such as inkeeping brickwork you can confirm to your solicitor yourself having viewed the property and if your happy your solicitor should act on those instructions. Other conditions letter to the Council for confirmation conditions have been complied with. Fax request to the local planning department and follow it up with a call they are normally pretty quick. Matwell cost £25 though!
Your solicitor should do this as they need to comply with their obligation to your mtg company also.0
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