Planning

What is planing permission/consent?

"Planning permission or planning consent is the permission required by most property developers and private individuals in the UK in order to be allowed to build on, or change the use of, a plot of land or to redevelop an existing building."

How do I know if I need planning permission for my mobile home?

There are many factors to take into consideration with regards to Planning permission. Some of these factors include where the mobile home is going to be sited, how long it is there for and what it is going to be used for. We have done our utmost to present to you relevant information for various different scenarios regarding mobile homes and planning. We must advise that the information provided is only a guideline and we strongly recommend anybody siting a mobile home anywhere other than on a park to contact their local planning authority to get further information.

What is planning permission required for?

Planning permission is required for "development" of land. The definition of "development" is "the carrying out of building, engineering, mining or other operations in, over or under land or making of any material change in the use of any building or other land," It is therefore vital to consider the meaning of both “building” and “building operation”. Whilst the phrase “building” has been found to be broad enough to include structures and erections which might not ordinarily be regarded as a building, the courts have decided that if something falls within the definition of a “Caravan” it cannot also be a “Building”. The two definitions are mutually exclusive.

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Notes on guidance
The above comments are intended for guidance purposes only. This area of planning control can be complex and circumstances can vary widely. We recommend that advice is taken from local planning authorities in each individual case.