Builders in Ashford, Kent

Do I Need planning or Building Regulations?

For a Conservatory, you will not require Building Regulations when

It is less than 30 square metres in floor area and is built at ground level
at least half of the new wall and three quarters of the roof are either glazed or translucent material
the conservatory is separated by external quality door(s)
glazing and fixed electrical installations comply with the applicable building regulation requirements
When planning where to locate a conservatory, it is advised not to construct conservatories where they will restrict access to windows serving rooms in roof or loft conversions, particularly if those windows are intended to help escape or rescue in the event of a fire.

What is important to remember is that if you intend to create a structural opening between the conservatory and the existing house, you will require building regulation approval for the opening, even if the conservatory is considered an exempt structure.

For a single storey rear extension, you would require Building Regulations.