Planning a garage conversion involves more than simple renovations; understanding local planning rules is critical. Conversions can vary significantly in required permissions based on intended use, such as whether the space will serve as a home office, gym, or separate dwelling. Factors like being situated within listed properties or conservation areas add complexity, thus consulting with local planning authorities is advised. Ignoring these elements can lead to costly mistakes in your project, preventing its successful completion.
If the conversion is for a home office or gym then there's potentially little intervention required, whereas, if the conversion is to create habitable space or separate dwelling there is much more to consider.
You don't have an automatic right to convert a garage into a separate dwelling or accommodation. If the garage is within the curtilage of a listed property then listed building consent may also be required.
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