DemonDave

iTrader: (13)

Got a question about external doors.

Just been told that you can put a door or window anywere in your house without permission - even if it looks out on into a neighbours???

So the way to get things done is to have an extension done (and in theory finished) and then go back and put a door or window in where you would not of had or would of got permission for ????

Can anyone confirm that

Thanks,

Dave.

Crazy Chick

My neighbour just got refused planning permission and one of the reasons was he wanted a window in his extension that overlooked my property.

I objected.

OllyK

You need to check with SaxoBoy. However, my understanding was that overlooking windows need obscured glass. You must also check with your local planning authority as some do have restrictions on window placement as well as style. In general though, just give your local planning officer a call and they will answer the question in the context of your area.

Crazy Chick

You are right about obscured glass.

My neighbour didn't want to use it.

LG John

To get round this most planning authorities will issue consent for the extension subject to a condition that removes your permitted development right to form a window/door in the critical elevation(s).

In most cases the formation of a door/window opening is permitted development but not all so you have to check with your local planning authority in this instance

DemonDave

iTrader: (13)

so assuming the council remember to do this I should be protected - but as I have since found as the doorway is in the existing part of the property (just) it does not matter and can be an opening directly opposite our back door !!

time for an 8ft fence me thinks

Thanks for the advice Saxo

Dave.