Understanding Planning for Flats and Maisonettes

When you're considering making changes to a flat or a maisonette, you'll quickly discover that the planning rules are quite different from those that apply to a typical house. An important distinction to grasp is that "permitted development rights"—special permissions often allowing homeowners to undertake common improvements without needing a full planning application—usually don't extend to flats.

This guide is designed to walk you through a variety of popular projects specific to flats and maisonettes. We'll clearly explain precisely when you'll need to apply for planning permission or obtain Building Regulations approval for your proposed changes.