Commercial Planning Permission: The Complete 2015 Guide | Page 4

Commercial Planning Permission: The Complete 2015 Guide

When is Business Planning Permission not Applicable?
There are some building projects that don’t require planning permission
due to what’s known as ‘permitted development rights’. These include:
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Some industrial premises or warehouses
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Some outdoor signs and advertisements
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This isn’t automatic, however, there are a number of limits and conditions in place.

Again, there are specific rules set in place.

Demolition projects
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Demolition projects must be approved by your LPA.

These are the major projects that don’t typically require business planning permission, but other
exceptions can be made. It is always best to check with your LPA.
The other major thing to consider is community rights. If your building benefits the local community
and is supported by them, it is possible that standard planning permission might not be required.
Community Right to Build will let your community grant permission itself under certain circumstances.

Commercial Property – Industrial Units, Office Space to Rent

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