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Without wishing to get political, it has been suggested that the original idea of green belt land – social benefit for city dwellers – was turned on its head in the early days, since the objective became to prevent pesky Londoners from spilling out into the Home Counties. Any replacement building in the green belt must be for the same use as the original and the Local Planning Authority are unlikely to support any applications for a change of use to residential purposes within a period of 10 years from its substantial completion. Green belt architectural consultants provide a complete set of services for homeowners who are seeking to renovate or extend their property. They design and project management across a broad spectrum of uses. Crucially, the defining feature of countryside which is designated as ‘Green Belt’, is its permanence; the assurance that it will remain for generations to come to enjoy its benefits. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) formalises this, through stating that development in the Green Belt or alteration of its boundaries should only occur under ‘very special’ or ‘exceptional’ circumstances, and should be done through the local plan process. Understanding the way the Planning Committee works and knowing what they want to hear can take some time to process whereas a green belt architect will have experience from both sides of the table you hopefully get the outcome you desire. Highly considered strategies involving New Forest National Park Planning may end in unwanted appeals.
Green building and design don’t just make business sense in an increasingly eco-conscious world. It’s a philosophy built on doing what is right by the planet, so future generations can thrive in a healthy environment. Obtaining permission to build on the green belt is challenging, but not impossible and local authorities are increasingly having to consider this option to meet local needs for housing, education, employment and other services. There are 14 Green Belt areas in England, and one around Cardiff in Wales with two more areas proposed in Wales. National planning policy for Green Belt can be found in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in England and in Planning Policy Wales (PPW). When working with greenbelt land, it is important to be as detailed as you can throughout the planning stage. By doing so, you will maximise the chances of greenbelt planning permission approval and understand from the outset how to budget for your new greenbelt development. Architects specialising in the green belt can help you transform your home, whether it be an extension, conversion, renovation or a full new build. They can guide you through all aspects of the design process from advising on feasibility, maximising space, optimising potential, creating a light and modern living space and generally making a home work well for you. Clever design involving Green Belt Planning Loopholes is like negotiating a maze.
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