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Planning Permission for Secondary Glazing

Navigate planning permission and listed building consent with confidence. Our expert guidance ensures your secondary glazing project complies with all regulations.

Planning permission documents for secondary glazing

When is Planning Permission Required?

Understanding the different scenarios and requirements for secondary glazing

Listed Buildings

Listed Building Consent required for any alterations

Consent Required
Conservation Areas

May require planning permission depending on visibility

Case by Case
Modern Properties

Internal secondary glazing usually permitted development

Usually Permitted
Flats/Leasehold

Check lease terms and inform management company

Check Lease

Listed Building Consent Process

Step-by-step guide to obtaining consent for heritage properties

1

Heritage Assessment

Professional assessment of the building's significance and impact

2

Application Preparation

Detailed drawings, specifications, and heritage statement

3

Submission & Review

8-week determination period with potential consultation

4

Consent & Installation

Approved installation following consent conditions

Why Secondary Glazing Gets Approved

Key factors that make secondary glazing acceptable to planning authorities

Reversible Installation

Can be removed without damage to original windows or building fabric

Preserves Original Features

Maintains all historic glazing bars, frames, and architectural details

Minimal Visual Impact

Slim profiles and matching finishes maintain building appearance

Heritage Benefits

Protects original windows from weather damage and extends their life

Heritage building with approved secondary glazing

Application Requirements

What you need to include in your planning application

Technical Drawings
Detailed plans and elevations
  • Existing window elevations
  • Proposed secondary glazing details
  • Section drawings showing profiles
  • Material specifications
Heritage Statement
Impact assessment document
  • Building history and significance
  • Impact assessment
  • Justification for works
  • Reversibility statement
Supporting Documents
Additional required paperwork
  • Application forms
  • Site location plan
  • Photographs of existing windows
  • Application fee payment

Timeline and Costs

What to expect in terms of time and budget for planning applications

Timeline
Application preparation2-4 weeks
Validation period1-2 weeks
Determination period8 weeks
Potential consultation+3 weeks

Total timeline11-17 weeks
Costs
Listed Building Consent fee£206
Heritage consultant£800-1,500
Technical drawings£500-1,000
Planning consultant (optional)£1,000-2,000

Total cost range£1,506-4,706

Our Planning Support Service

We guide you through the entire planning process from start to finish

Complete Planning Package
Everything you need for a successful application

What We Provide:

  • • Initial planning assessment
  • • Technical drawings and specifications
  • • Heritage impact assessment
  • • Application form completion
  • • Liaison with planning officers
  • • Response to any queries

Your Benefits:

  • • Expert guidance throughout
  • • Higher approval success rate
  • • Faster application processing
  • • Professional documentation
  • • Stress-free experience
  • • Installation ready upon approval

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