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NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

This Addendum to PPS 7 sets out the Department's planning policy for achieving quality in relation to proposals for residential extensions and alterations. It also provides guidance which is intended

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

In exercise of its responsibility for planning control in Northern Ireland the Department assesses development proposals against all planning policies and other material considerations that are releva

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

Where an extension is poorly sited or badly designed it can cast a shadow that may reduce a neighbour's daylight and adversely affect their amenity to an unacceptable level. It is important, therefore

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

To help assess the loss of light as a result of a proposed development to the front or rear of a residential property, the 60 degree and 45 degree lines, as shown in Figure 1 for single storey and two

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

The guidance in Figure 1 is not however a rigid standard which must be met in every case. Rather it is an assessment tool which will be used in conjunction with other relevant factors in order to gaug

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

Single Storey: 600mm from mid point of common boundary on each side. Two Storey: 450mm from mid point of common boundary on each side. Adjoining development should be shown on plan for the proper asse

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

In some cases it is possible to carry out an extension or make an alteration to a dwellinghouse without the need to obtain planning permission, provided you meet specific requirements. This is known a

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

Permitted development rights are complex and sometimes more restrictive in designated areas, such as, conservation areas and areas of outstanding natural beauty; and for certain properties, such as li

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

There are benefits in gaining a Certificate of Lawful Use or Development. It is a determination that has legal status providing certainty to prospective purchasers of land and buildings, particularly

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

Certificates of Lawful use or Development also provide necessary evidence that any works being undertaken are lawful if, for example, a neighbour were to make an enquiry or complaint about the work.

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

For the purposes of permitted development a dwelling house does not include a building containing one or more flats, or a flat contained within such as building. It also excludes any house or flat in

NI-wide·PPS 7 Addendum Residential Extensions and Alterations

Any works of alteration or extension to a listed building which would affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest require Listed Building Consent.