Many homes across Tewkesbury can have solar panels fitted without the need for planning permission. There are some restrictions and conditions of use that apply to all installations, and some properties may not be able to have solar panels at all.
What Permitted Development Covers
For most standard pitched roof installations on domestic properties (houses and outbuildings) solar panels are considered to fall within Permitted Development. This means that no formal planning application is required for solar panel installation.
Conditions Your Installation Must Meet
There are three key conditions to be met to ensure that your solar panels are installed under Permitted Development: the panels cannot be higher than the highest point of the roof; they must be reversible i.e. able to be taken down when no longer required; and they must be installed in such a way so as to have the minimum visual impact. For Solar Panel Installation Tewkesbury see https://www.precisiongreenenergy.co.uk/renewables/solar-panel-installation/tewkesbury/
When Permitted Development Does Not Apply
There are certain circumstances where a householder application would be required. These include listed buildings, and properties within a conservation area. Even within a conservation area there are circumstances where permitted development would not be acceptable, such as panels on roof slopes that face highways and waterways. Flat roofs may also be excluded from some of the permitted development rules depending on visibility.
How to Apply If You Need Permission
The cost of a householder planning application to Tewkesbury Borough Council is £258 for most types of residential development. The drawings would need to be submitted of the proposed solar panel installation, including details of the positions and dimensions of individual panels. A decision on such applications is usually made within 8 weeks by the Council. It’s always best to check with the council first to confirm if you need to apply for planning permission for the installation of solar panels for your home. It’s a free call and will save you a lot of hassle in the long run. Some Solar Panel Installation companies in Tewkesbury will confirm your property type before applying for planning permission on your behalf.
Check with the council early as it is a free call and will save a lot of problems in the long run.