One of the most commonly asked questions when discussing development is ‘can I use permitted development (PD) rights?’

One of the most commonly asked questions when discussing development is ‘can I use permitted development (PD) rights?’
Can I use permitted development (PD) rights?
Often the answer is a site specific one. However PD Rights can cover a wide range of development types, whether that be the erection of a new agricultural building or slurry store, the laying of a new access point, the conversion of an existing farm building to residential or commercial use, or an extension to your dwelling. PD Rights often provide a simpler and more cost effective way to achieving planning permission, but may be subject to certain limitations.
Given the change in farm payments and transition into new funding streams, now is a prime opportunity to consider making best use of your existing assets and planning for the future with the assistance of PD rights as an alternative to applying for full planning permission.