In the UK, obtaining a building permit requires submitting detailed plans of the proposed construction to the local council, including site plans, elevations, and sections. You must also comply with building regulations covering structural integrity, fire safety, energy efficiency, and access.
If the building control work was carried out by your local authority, you should contact them to obtain a copy of a completion certificate or full plans approval notice.
If the building control work was carried out by your local authority, you should contact them to obtain a copy of a completion certificate or full plans approval notice.
Generally, you do not need planning permission to knock down an internal wall if the work is purely internal and does not alter the external appearance of the building.
To explore in further detail the commitment, resources and process involved in the preparation of a Neighbourhood Plan, contact us at neighbourhood.planning@westsuffolk.uk or telephone 01284 757368.