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Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Permitted Development Rights

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance his Department provides on the (a) issuing and (b) use of Article 4 directions.

Answer

Guidance on Article 4 directions is available in the “when is permission required?” planning practice guidance, which can be found on gov.uk here.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8091
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Permitted development rights
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk