Written question asked by Lord Horam (Conservative) on Wednesday, 5 December 2018, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 December 2018. It was answered by Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth (Conservative) on Thursday, 13 December 2018 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Housing: Permitted Development Rights

Question: To ask Her Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to ensure local support for homes built through permitted development rights.

Answer: The introduction of new permitted development rights is considered through public consultation. Views shared are considered when deciding whether to bring forward a new right and how it would apply. Alongside there is regular engagement with key stakeholders. Where a permitted development right requires the prior approval of the local planning authority on specific planning matters adjoining owners and occupiers would usually be notified and the local community would have an opportunity to comment.

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