Developed designs, such as this 3D illustration by Strom Architects (
www.stromarchitects.com), can give the planners a strong indication of the finished house and potentially reduce the number of conditions
Gaining planning consent for your new house, conversion or extension is a major milestone on the path to realising your project.
But it’s very often not the last step in the process. This is because planning permission is almost always granted subject to a number of conditions, which can require you to submit further details of your scheme to the council for their approval. This involves making what amounts to a mini planning application, with a form to complete and a fee to be paid.