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  • Case Study 05: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Hot Food Takeaway (Sui Generis) to Restaurant (Class E)

    Case Study 05: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Hot Food Takeaway (Sui Generis) to Restaurant (Class E)

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    The client instructed Homz to provide feasibility on their site for a Change of Use From Hot Food Takeaway (Sui Generis) to Restaurant (Class E) in Torbay Council. Our Senior Town Planner has conducted research within the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to understand whether the local planning authority is applying any constraints on the designated property

    Planning approval will be required for this proposal via the submission of a full planning application for a material change of use as the site is currently designated to Sui Generis which relates relates to the sale of hot food for consumption off the premises and it will need to be allocated as Class E which is related to commercial, business and service uses.

    Planning consent will be required for this proposal through the submission of a full planning application for a material change of use from sui generis to Class E. While obtaining planning permission is necessary, We are confident that this proposal is feasible to present to the Local Planning Authority (LPA).

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    The site, situated within the Torquay Harbour Conservation area, should not pose significant constraints for the proposed project. Moreover, its location within the town center, specifically within the Core Tourism Investment Area and Community Investment Area of Torquay, where Class E uses are deemed acceptable, further supports the viability of the proposed change of use. Therefore, this project stands a reasonable to strong likelihood of securing the necessary planning approval.

    In accordance with Policy SP3: Employment and Policy DM9: Expansion of industrial and warehousing premises within the Torbay Borough, our proposal for the change of use from a Hot Food Takeaway (Sui Generis) to a Restaurant (Class E) in the Torquay Harbour Conservation Area aligns with the Council’s aim to promote innovation, investment, and employment opportunities. The policies encourage development that supports enterprise and increased employment while also facilitating the redevelopment of low-density industrial and warehousing premises into higher-density alternatives.

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    After the planning appraisal, our client sent us their brief, along with visual information and sketches of their proposal. Our architects meticulously examined this information and prepared architectural drawings according to the brief. Our Architects and Town Planners prepared the supporting documents Architectural Plans, and Planning Statements. Please see the plans of this project in our Portfolio. Our team has successfully submitted and managed the planning application with the council. Following the waiting period of the decision, Homz has scored another successful Approval for this planning application on behalf of our client.

    Likelihood of Success: Should an appropriate application be diligently lodged, it is anticipated that this proposal will enjoy a reasonable to strong likelihood of success with the Planning Authority.

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  • Case Study 04: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Storage (Class B8) To General Industrial (Class B2)

    Case Study 04: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Storage (Class B8) To General Industrial (Class B2)

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    The client instructed Homz to provide feasibility on their property for a Change of Use From Storage (Class B8) To General Industrial (Class B2) in London Borough of Croydon. Our Senior Town Planner has conducted research within the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to understand whether the local planning authority is applying any constraints on your property.

    Planning approval will be required for this proposal via the submission of a full planning application for a material change of use as the site is currently designated within Class B8 which relates to storage and distribution and it will need to be allocated as a B2 use which is related to general industry.

    Even if a planning application was not required for a material change of use, the proposed installation of extraction equipment would still require a full planning application as commercial and industrial premises do not benefit from any Permitted Development (PD) opportunities.

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    The site location is not associated with any restrictive planning constraints as per the local development plan. It is however designated as a “strategic industrial site” which will be beneficial to this proposal as this planning allocated seeks to promote growth and employment opportunities stating: 

    “Policy SP3: Employment SP3.1 The Council will encourage innovation and investment into the borough to support enterprise and increased employment for the benefit of all Croydon residents. The Council will apply a presumption in favour of employment-related development, provided it meets the standards of Policy SP3 and other applicable policies of the development plan.” 

    “Policy DM9: Expansion of industrial and warehousing premises in Strategic, Separated and Integrated Industrial Locations Within the Strategic, Separated and Integrated Industrial Locations identified in Table 5.2 of Policy SP3.2, the Council will encourage the redevelopment of low density industrial and warehousing premises with higher density industrial and warehousing premises.“

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    After the planning appraisal, our client sent us their brief, along with visual information and sketches of their proposal. Our architects meticulously examined this information and prepared architectural drawings according to the brief. Our Architects and Town Planners prepared the supporting documents Architectural Plans, and Planning Statements. Please see the plans of this project in our Portfolio. Our team has successfully submitted and managed the planning application with the council. Following the waiting period of the decision, Homz has scored another successful Approval for this planning application on behalf of our client.

    Likelihood of Success: Provided that an appropriate application is lodged, this proposal should benefit from a reasonable – strong likelihood of success provided that an appropriate application is lodged to the Planning Authority. 

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  • Case Study 03: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Offices to HMO for 15 Bedrooms in Conservation Area

    Case Study 03: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Offices to HMO for 15 Bedrooms in Conservation Area

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    The client instructed Homz to provide feasibility on their property for a Change of Use from Offices to HMO in West Berkshire Council. Our Senior Town Planner has conducted research within the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to understand whether the local planning authority is applying any constraints on your property.

    The proposed development aligns with local Planning policy guidelines, which prioritize residential expansion on existing developed land within designated settlement boundaries. The project entails repurposing the building, preserving its lower ground floor office space while converting the remaining sections into residential Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO). This approach adheres to local regulations and is deemed acceptable in principle.

    Given the property’s Grade II listed status and its location within a conservation area, meticulous consideration is imperative regarding both external and internal alterations. All modifications must uphold or improve the property’s historical and architectural significance, ensuring no adverse impact on its primary architectural features.

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     After the planning appraisal, our Architects and Town Planners prepared the supporting documents Architectural Plans, and Planning Statements. Please see the plans of this project in our Portfolio. Our team has successfully submitted and managed the planning application with the council. Following the waiting period of the decision, Homz has scored another successful Approval for this planning application on behalf of our client.

    Likelihood of Success: Provided that an appropriate application is lodged, this proposal should benefit from a reasonable – strong likelihood of success provided that an appropriate application is lodged to the Planning Authority. 

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  • Case Study 02: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Single Dwelling House C3 to HMO C4 in Conservation Area

    Case Study 02: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Single Dwelling House C3 to HMO C4 in Conservation Area

    [vc_row width=”custom” width_custom=”700px” el_id=”section-07″ us_template_preview=”8266″ columns=”1″][vc_column][us_text text=”Case Study 01: Planning Appraisal for Change of Use From Single Dwellinghouse C3 to HMO C4 in Conservation Area” tag=”h2″ css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22font-weight%22%3A%22700%22%2C%22margin-bottom%22%3A%222rem%22%2C%22padding-top%22%3A%223rem%22%2C%22border-style%22%3A%22solid%22%2C%22border-top-width%22%3A%223px%22%7D%7D”][vc_column_text]The client instructed Homz to provide feasibility on their property for a Change of Use from C3 (Dwellinghouse) to C4 (HMO) in London Borough of Brent. Our Senior Town Planner has conducted research within the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to understand whether the local planning authority is applying any constraints on your property.

    Changes of use from single dwellings to HMOs up to 6 beds, can often be conducted under Permitted Development however throughout Brent, the planning department has implemented Article 4 directions which means that any proposed change of use from a dwelling to an HMO requires planning consent.

    While planning approval will be required, we do not believe that the site location should benefit from a reasonable – strong likelihood of success in terms of securing the necessary planning consent.[/vc_column_text][us_separator][us_image image=”22322″][us_separator][vc_column_text]As per the council’s public planning database, the surrounding area has a positive planning history regarding planning applications related to extension and alteration works including loft conversions. This should facilitate a strong precedent for development, further promoting the feasibility and overall likelihood of success. This includes applications for HMOs in the area which have also secured planning approval. 

    After the planning appraisal, our Architects and Town Planners prepared the supporting documents Architectural Plans, and Planning Statements. Please see the plans of this project in our Portfolio. Our team has successfully submitted and managed the planning application with the council. Following the waiting period of the decision, Homz has scored another successful Approval for this planning application on behalf of our client.

    Likelihood of Success: Provided that an appropriate application is lodged, this proposal should benefit from a reasonable – strong likelihood of success provided that an appropriate application is lodged to the Planning Authority. 

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  • Case Study 01: Planning Permission for Change of Use From Single Dwellinghouse C3 to Care Home C2 in London Borough of Waltham Forest

    Case Study 01: Planning Permission for Change of Use From Single Dwellinghouse C3 to Care Home C2 in London Borough of Waltham Forest

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    The client instructed Homz to provide Planning Consultancy on their property for a Change of Use from C3 (Dwellinghouse) to C2 (Care Home) in London Borough of Waltham Forest. Initially one of our Senior Town Planner has conducted a research within the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to understand local policies, property planning background, and as to whether the local planning authority is applying any constraints on the property.

    Care Home Policies

    Government policy is to reduce the use of out-of-borough placements and residential care. Under the Section 22 of the Children Act 1989, accommodation provided by local authorities for looked after children must be within the local authority’s area unless this is not reasonably practicable. This proposed change of use from a dwelling house to a Care Home conversion requires planning consent. While planning approval will be required, we do believe that the site location should benefit from a reasonable – strong likelihood of success in terms of securing the necessary planning consent from an Care Home C2 Conversion Planning Permission.

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    The property is well equipped and laid out to provide a high standard of living arrangements that can provide the children with independence but at the same time, the children have the safety net and benefits of staff care and support available 24/7 as needed within the property.

    After the planning appraisal, our Architects and Town Planners prepared the supporting documents Architectural Plans, and Planning Statements. Please see the plans of this project in our Portfolio. Our team has successfully submitted and managed the planning application with the council. Following the waiting period of the decision, Homz has scored another successful Approval for this planning application on behalf of our client.

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