PP and 'Established Use'

theGrinch

Does a house that has been used as three flats for over 20 years need planning permission and if it does it is "automatic"? Im thinking some kind of 'Established Use' here.

Any advice helpful.

Regards

Happy_saver_4

I believe now to formalise things you apply for a 'Certificate of Lawful Use or Development'

I think in your case a 10yr provable period is required and the cost of application is the same as a normal planning application. I think

THIS

and HERE

will give you further info/reading

Be aware though that if you formalise things thru the Planning Dept you may also have to formalise the building thru the Building Inspectors and local Fire officer . If it's an old multi-occupancy dwelling you will have to bring it up to modern fire standards - ouch; that can be very expensive !! But possibly needed.