Correspondence
Application of building regulations where additional storeys are provided to existing buildings: circular 03/2020
Provides additional information further to the introduction of new permitted development rights to extend buildings upwards as well as the publication of the Manual to the Building Regulations.
Applies to England
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The purpose of this circular is:
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to provide additional information and links further to the introduction of new permitted development rights which are intended to encourage the provision of new homes through the construction of additional storeys on existing buildings
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to draw attention to the department’s publication, Manual to the Building Regulations which provides detailed advice on many of the matters set out in the circular