Planning permission for building and renovations can be a complex issue and one that you should seek professional advice on from a qualified architect, building surveyor or building control officer.
But we are often asked, when quoting for gates and railings, whether planning permission is needed for them. This link is a great resource if you ever want to check for yourself:-
https://www.planningportal.co.uk/info/200130/common.projects/20/fences_gates_and_garden_walls
A good rule of thumb to use is two simple questions:-
- Is the gate or railing over 1 metre high?
- Is it next to a highway?
If the gate or railing is not over a metre high then you will not need planning permission unless its for a listed building or on a boundary with a listed building.
If the gate or railing is over a metre high then you will only need planning permission if it is next to a highway.
Check out this useful list of 20 things you can do with no planning permission required:-
And as ever, if there is anything you have any questions about do not hesitate to contact us