Part 3: No Planning Permission Required, Why?

We pride ourselves in our success rate of having a 100% approval rate in our applications for Certificates of Lawful Developments and appeals from the local councils near you. We get asked, 'How can you build this with no planning permission?' this blog will outline the legal steps we take in order to do this.

Why Not Just Apply For Planning Permission For A Granny Annexe?

Statistically there will be a high chance of refusal. Mobile homes can be 20 x 6.8 metres and have over 5 bedrooms, significantly larger than a building likely to be granted conventional planning approval. Additionally, there is no restriction on style. Planning permission will often require that the style and finish is ‘in keeping’ with the area, whilst, an annexe can be finished to your preferred taste.

Does the Council Department Need Contacting?

The answer is no. If the proposed mobile home falls within the criteria of use, conformity, and location, then the situation is outside of planning control and approval from the authorities is not needed. We do, however, advise that in all cases a Lawful Development Certificate is obtained for peace of mind.

What is a Certificate of Lawful Development?

A Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) is a statutory document confirming that the use, operation or activity named in it is lawful for planning control purposes. Once granted, the certificate will remain valid for the use or development described in it, on the land it describes as long as the use doesn’t change.

We will apply on your behalf for FREE, you will only have to pay the fee for the application of £380. This process is typically easier than applying for full planning permission, as it involves a legal assessment rather than a planning decision. As a result, we have a 99% success rate in securing these certificates. The process can take up to 12 weeks.

Our Granny Annexes aren't classed as a building by the council?

A C24 Kiln dried structural timber base for a 10m x 6m Granny Annexe

We don't use a traditional foundation system that you would ordinarily find for a standard building. We use purpose built pad stones that are classed as temporary by the council. Consequently, our granny annexes are classed as a "chattel" a moveable object i.e a caravan.

Please do get in touch with us should you have any questions, and our team would be happy to help!

Telephone: 07770 365734

Email : enquiries@mobileannexe.com