Change of property layout- who to inform

Ljh1234

Hi there,

I recently purchased a share of freehold 1 bed flat which has a rather awkward layout at present.
The kitchen is at the back and is huge- I want to swap the location of this with the bathroom which is in the middle, removing a stud partition wall to create an open plan lounge/kitchen and a second bedroom at the back.

I have written to the council and have planning consent approved, but does anyone know how much I have to tell the other freeholders about my plans and are they able to prevent me from doing this work?

I have read elsewhere that a deeds of alteration is needed but involves a solicitor- could anyone confirm if this route is needed or can I email the other freeholders and tell them what my plans are this way? Do I need to inform anyone else?

Many thanks in advance.

Tom99

Do you have a lease as well as a share of the freehold, that is the usual arrangement.
If so any permission you require will be detailed in your lease.

-taff

Check the lease, mine said I needed permission to alter supporting walls, but stud walls are not supporting and can be removed or altered as you like.

peachyprice

Are your alterations going to have a knock on effect to their plumbing? What will happen to their waste stack if you move yours? Will you need to attach your new one to their property?