Planning
Most planning issues are handled by the local District Councils. You are always advised to check with your local authority to establish what permissions if any you may require before commencing any work.
Before submitting a planning application, you can request informal planning advice on a scheme from your local authority this is not binding but helps establish some of the issues you may need to be aware of. The more information you can provide the more informed their comments are likely to be. It also helps any development proposal if you can discuss your proposals with your neighbours to allay any fears or concerns (and possibly attract their support), talk to your local district/town/parish councillors so that they are aware of your proposals and can offer their informal views.
Initial free advice can also be obtained from Lesley Davies Tourism Business Advisor for Shropshire by phoning 0845 2418269 or click here to email.
There are also several specialist consultants and RIBA approved architects who can take on your project for you although they charge for these services they may be able to save you time and money (and headaches!) in the long run.
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