Understanding Permitted Development and Prior Approval: What You Need to Know

Discover the ins and outs of permitted development and prior approval in our latest video. Whether you're a homeowner or a property developer, understanding these key concepts is essential for navigating property changes. Join us as we break down the complexities and provide valuable insights to empower your decision-making process. Don't miss out on this informative guide!

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H&S CDM Regulations: Contractors Duties

CDM Regulations 2015 was introduced to improve health and safety in construction projects and govern the safety and welfare of all people in construction.

Each member of the construction team has legal H&S duties and responsibilities including the client, designers and contractors.

This short video gives you a more detailed look at the legal duties held by contractors under the CDM Regulations 2015.

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H&S CDM Regulations: Designers Duties

CDM Regulations 2015 was introduced to improve health and safety in construction projects and govern the safety and welfare of all people in construction.

Each member of the construction team has legal H&S duties and responsibilities including the client, designers and contractors.

This short video gives you a more detailed look at the legal duties held by designers under the CDM Regulations 2015.

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H&S CDM Regulations: Clients Duties

CDM Regulations 2015 was introduced to improve health and safety in construction projects and govern the safety and welfare of all people in construction.

Each member of the construction team has legal H&S duties and responsibilities including the client, designers and contractors.

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Class B - Permitted Development Temporary use of land

Class B is a permitted development right that allows the temporary use of land for any purpose for up to 28 days in a year without full planning permission.

This can be useful to exhibit annual events, music festivals, motor shows, markets or wedding venues.

This short video gives you an overview of what Class B is and its limitations

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Class L - C3 to C4 Permitted Development

Class L is a permitted development right that allows the change of use from C3 residential to C4 HMO without full planning permission.

Converting a house into an HMO allows property developers to maximise the ROI on an existing residential property. However, beware of Article 4 restrictions.

This short video gives you an overview of what Class L is and when it is not applicable .

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Class G - Permitted Development

Class G is a permitted development right that allows the change of use from commercial to mixed-use without full planning permission.

Adding up to two flats on the upper floors of a commercial unit allows property developers to maximise the ROI on an existing commercial building with the least amount of planning risk.

This short video gives you an overview of what Class G is and the process of gaining consent from the local planning authority.

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Class MA - Permitted Development

Class MA is a permitted development right that allows the change of use from commercial to residential without full planning permission that came into effect on 1 August 2021.

Commercial to residential conversion allows property developers to maximise the ROI on an existing commercial building with the least amount of planning risk.

This short video gives you an overview of what Class MA is and the process of gaining consent from the local planning authority.

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