No, in most cases, you will not need planning permission to install a warm roof on a conservatory in England, Scotland and Wales. This work is typically classed as a Permitted Development.
You are only likely to require planning permission when specific additional planning requirements apply to your property. This may be the case if your property:
It is always worth checking with your local planning office to confirm this is the case for your home and having a chat with neighbours to ensure they’re aware of the work to head off any possible issues.
In addition to planning permission. It’s important to be aware that fitting a warm roof on a conservatory will generally mean it is subject to Building Regulations (in England and Wales) or Building Standards (in Scotland).
These cover various aspects of the design and construction of your refurbished conservatory and aim to ensure it is built properly and provides a safe environment for you and your family. Approval for Building Regulations and Standards is a separate process from planning permission and needs to be obtained from the Building Control department at your local council.
Whilst under certain circumstances, the Guardian Warm Roof System may be exempt from Building Control approval – we strongly recommend that approval always be sought.
The Guardian Warm Roof System holds certification under the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) and Local Authority Building Standards Scotland (LABSS) schemes.
This means the approval process should proceed faster, smoother and without complication. In addition, all Guardian Certified Installers have access to the LABC and LABSS digital portals and can process your application for you – taking the stress out of the process.
