Permitted development London architectural services
In 2012 GOAStudio achieved Smarter Planning Champion status as a result of our planning application submissions being judged “high quality and met the core best practice guidelines of the Smarter Planning scheme”. We hope this demonstrates our commitment to deliver a faster, more transparent planning application service.
Permitted Development Rights (Certificate of Lawfulness)
“You can make certain types of minor changes to your house without needing to apply for planning permission. These are called “permitted development rights”. They derive from a general planning permission granted not by the local authority but by Parliament. Bear in mind that the permitted development rights which apply to many common projects for houses do not apply to flats, maisonettes or other buildings.”
For planning permissions and permitted development explained read our guide to how planning permission works in London.
Permitted Development London architectural services
As a homeowner you might find that your property has Permitted Development Rights which means that you do not have to apply for a planning permission to carry out specific alterations to your home. More specifically Permitted Development covers alterations to your roof, rear and side extensions, adding windows, doors, porches, and outbuildings to your home.
Provided that the alterations are within the framework of your Rights (specific size, location, volume, and use of materials for example), and that the Rights have not been removed in your area (Permitted Development Rights are typically removed from properties in Conservation areas), and you do not wish to apply for a planning approval, then you can simply go ahead with carrying out the building works. Please note that even in this case you still have to satisfy the building regulations and make the necessary submissions.
It is still advisable to obtain a Certificate of Lawfulness to confirm your Permitted Development Rights, and check that the works are Lawful under Permitted Development. Talk to the duty planner at your local authority for more information. At GOAStudio we will prepare the drawings, design, complete the forms, liaise with the council, and act as your agent for your certificate application.
If the work falls outside permitted development limits, our London planning permission service explains how we develop and manage a full planning application.
Permitted development does not remove the need to comply with Building Regulations. Our Building Regulations drawings service explains the technical information and approval routes that may be needed before construction.
Request a free Feasibility Review
If you're not quite sure what’s possible, or whether now’s the right time, we can help you make an informed start.
Send over your address, a few photos, and a short outline of what you're hoping to achieve.
We’ll take a look at your site context, planning history, and potential constraints and respond with early advice tailored to your home and circumstances.
Email us with the subject “Feasibility Review” or send us your information through our Contact us page.
Book a Home Consultation
It is the ideal first step if you are planning works to your home or if you are in the middle of purchasing a property in need of renovation.
George will visit the property to understand its character, how you use the space day to day, and offer advice on all relevant design and other matters.
You will come away with a clear sense of your next steps and greater confidence to make informed decisions. The consultation (2hrs, £250 +VAT) is a standalone service with no obligation to proceed.
Visit our Contact us page to book.
Not sure where to start with your renovation or extension?
Read this before you meet an architect, speak to a builder or spend money on drawings.
This free, architect-prepared guide walks you through the 15 essential questions every homeowner should ask before starting a project.
"Should we renovate, extend… or walk away?
15 Questions every London homeowner must ask before starting a project to include homes in Conservation Areas and Listed Buildings."
Whether you're planning a modest rear extension or major alterations to a listed home, it will help you avoid expensive mistakes and give you clarity on what’s possible for your property. Includes guidance on:
Planning approvals. Conservation areas.
Timelines and costs. Appointments you need to make.
Design and sustainability options.
When to press ahead and when to walk away
We provide architectural services for residential projects in the following London Boroughs:
Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth, Lewisham, Newham, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Wandsworth, Westminster
We specialise in
- Greener homes
- Retrofit and energy efficiency for older and traditional buildings
- Conservation areas
- Listed Buildings
- Homeowner architectural services
- Property developments architectural services
GOAStudio London residential architecture limited.
86-90 Paul Street, EC2A 4NE, Hackney
Chestnut Avenue South, E17 9EJ, Waltham Forest
t: 0203 984 3005
