Gaining Planning Permission

Those that are looking to make large home improvements such as an extension to their home must make sure they submit a basic drawing of what they wish to do to the department of planning in order to gain approval for such work.

The planning department will look at what you are wishing to do and how it will affect the overall look of the property, and also what impact it may have on any neighbours or other residents. The builders working on the property or the owner themselves will have to submit an application to the building control department in order to assess any health and safety issues, the structural stability of the property any energy efficiency regulation that may be in place.

Drawings which are extremely detailed must be submitted to this department who will then follow this up with a visit from an inspector. Provided the inspector is satisfied with the property and plans then a completion certificate will be issued to the owner. The certificate is very important for quality reassurance and also in the event of the property being up for sale then future buyers may wish to see it.

Failure to gain permission for any work done could result in demolition of the property or even restoration therefore to avoid such hassle make sure you follow the appropriate steps.

Here at Central Scotland Joinery we take care of all the building plans and warrants, ensuring complete peace of mind.