
Why do I have to apply for planning permission?
28 Aug 2025 - 8 min read
Ask any homeowner who has applied for planning permission about the process, and they will probably roll their eyes and tell you a tale of woe, which usually includes a long, drawn out timeline and a lot of money being spent. We have recently had to navigate the planning process for our client's outdoor kitchen project (more to follow on that), and whilst the process was expensive and did take a long time, I’d like to present a different perspective on the business of planning permission.
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