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Extension with permitted planning and neighbours

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  • Newuser1987
    Newuser1987 Posts: 176 Forumite
    Third Anniversary 100 Posts Name Dropper
    Seems things have gone slightly off topic.

    You can only do 6m under PD if you recieve no comments from any neighbours once a 'prior notification of a larger home extension' is submitted. If a neighbour comments (positively or negatively) it gives the council the authority to assess the development. Its quite rare that the council would allow 6m if a neighbour objects unless it is clear that no harm would occur.

    Regarding a two storey extension. This is only permitted development if the extension is at least 2m away from any side boundary and 7m from a rear boundary. Given your post is about 6m PD then I assum you are attached so it is unlikely you can do a two storey near the boundary.

    I hope this clarifies.
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