If you are considering having a conservatory installed at your property, you are likely wondering whether or not you need planning permissions. The short answer to this is usually no, you do not require planning permission. However, there are a few things that you must consider to ensure that planning permissions are not required, that we’re here to discuss!
What requirements are needed to ensure that planning isn’t necessary for a conservatory?
There are a number of things that help you avoid planning permission for your conservatory, so let’s take a look at them in further detail.
The conservatory is not longer than the walls of your home
If your conservatory extends past your home in terms of width, planning permission would be required. However, if you stay within the width of your property, then you can have your conservatory installed with no hassle.
Conservatory doesn’t cover more than 50% of the land
Another important factor is that your conservatory cannot cover more than 50% of the land. In most cases, conservatories will be constructed in a back garden so this means the conservatory cannot cover more than 50% of the land, including the land at the front of your property.
To ensure your conservatory doesn’t exceed 50%, you need to calculate how much land is yours. This is the land around your house so it includes the front and side of your property. It also includes the land on which an extension has been built.
Doesn’t face the road
The reason why conservatories are usually constructed at the back of the house is so planning permissions are not required. If your conservatory is at the front or side of your property, then you will need planning permission. Your main property should be the closest structural building to a public footpath or road.
Height and depth of your conservatory
Another key element is that the conservatory cannot be taller than the first floor of your property, so this means it cannot exceed around four metres. Additionally, it cannot exceed half the length of your property. So, measure the length of your home before considering having a large conservatory installed. This needs to be the length of your original property and not include extensions if there have been any that have been built. This also includes the eaves on the conservatory as they can not be higher than the solid roof on your home.
Other factors to consider with your conservatory
As you can see, there are many restrictions regarding a conservatory; however, if you comply with all of those requirements, you won’t require planning for your conservatory. However, it is also worth noting that you are unable to add any raised platforms or balconies to your conservatory. If you’re unsure at any point, simply get in touch with your local council to find out details specific to your property.
All of the restrictions previously discussed cover all types of houses. This includes bungalows, semi-detached, detached and terraced houses. Although for homes that are terraced or semi-detached, your conservatory cannot exceed 6 metres.
Things to consider when getting a conservatory
Conservatories can be a great addition to your home and allow you to add another great space. This room can be another living area, a dining room, a children's playroom or perhaps a home office, helping you to make the most of your property without having to move. Make sure that you have your conservatory fitted with a reputable company and that you also have conservatory roof insulation installed to make the space energy efficient and a comfortable temperature all year, which is something CI Group can help you with.
How CI Group can help you maintain a comfortable temperature in your conservatory
If you have ever visited somebody’s home who has a conservatory, you have likely noticed that the temperature can be cold in the winter and too warm in the summer. This is likely because of the roof and lack of insulation they have in their conservatory. However, when a polycarbonate roof can is replaced with a tiled roof and insulation, it can completely transform the space.
What does conservatory insulation offer?
Conservatory insulation provides you with warmth during winter and a more comfortable temperature during summer. This is because we replace your polycarbonate roof with a solid roof and inside that roof is our state-of-the-art CHRIS insulation system. This reduces heat loss, allowing you to heat your conservatory and not worry about the heat escaping. It will provide warmth and help reduce the sound that you can hear from outside, making your conservatory far more enjoyable. Not only does it offer a more temperature-controlled room, but it also modernises your conservatory making it truly feel like a valuable part of your home.
For more information regarding our CHRIS insulation system, get in touch with a member of our team and we would be more than happy to explain our fantastic product.
