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| si_made_date = 22 February 1995
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[[File:Warehouse Conversion - geograph.org.uk - 237219.jpg|thumb|Warehouse conversion to flats in Hull. Development of this type is sometimes allowed under the GPDO.]]
The '''Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015''' ([[SI 2015]]/596) (the "GPDO 2015") is a [[statutory instrument (UK)|statutory instrument]], applying in England, that grants planning permission for certain types of development without the requirement for approval from the local planning authority (such development is then referred to as '''permitted development''').
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==History==
The GPDO 2015 came into force in England on 15 April 2015, and was introduced by Statutory Instrument 2015 No. 596.<ref>{{cite web|title=Statutory Instrument 2015 No. 596|url=http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2015/596/contents/made|publisher=www.legislation.gov.uk|accessdate=5 September 2016}}</ref> The GPDO 2015 revoked the ''
Since it came into force, the GPDO 2015 has been amended by a number of subsequent statutory instruments, including [[SI 2016
The website [http://www.legislation.gov.uk www.legislation.gov.uk], which is delivered by the National Archives, provides the original ("as made") version of the GPDO 2015, but states that UK statutory instruments are not carried in their "revised" form on the website.
The
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| year = 1948
| citation = [[SI 1948]]/958
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| short_title = Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1959
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| year = 1959
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| si_made_date = 27 July 1959
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| commencement = 16 August 1959
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| short_title = Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1963
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| year = 1963
| citation = [[SI 1963]]/709
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| si_made_date = 29 March 1963
| si_laid_date = 8 April 1963
| commencement = 1 May 1963
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| replaces = {{ubli|[[Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1950]]|[[Town and Country Planning General Development (Amendment) Order 1958]]|[[Town and Country Planning General Development (Amendment) Order 1960]]|[[Town and Country Planning General Development (Amendment No. 2) Order 1960]]}}
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{{Infobox UK legislation
| short_title = Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1973
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| citation = [[SI 1973]]/31
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| si_made_date = 8 January 1973
| si_laid_date = 19 January 1973
| commencement = 1 March 1973
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{{Infobox UK legislation
| short_title = Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1988
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| citation = [[SI 1988]]/1813
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| si_made_date = 21 October 1988
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The following list shows all of the versions of the GPDO from 1948 to present:
* The '''{{visible anchor|Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1948
* The '''{{visible anchor|Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1959
* The '''{{visible anchor|Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1963
* The '''{{visible anchor|Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1973
* The '''{{visible anchor|Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1977
* The '''{{visible anchor|Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1988
* The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995
* The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015
==Operation of the GPDO 2015==
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In May 2013, DCLG published a document titled "Home Extensions - Neighbour Consultation Scheme", which provided advice about the system of larger rear extensions under Part 1 Class A. This document was subsequently updated in June 2013 and June 2015. In March 2016, this document was replaced by a document published by the Planning Portal (see below).
In May 2014, DCLG published the "Planning practice guidance",<ref>{{cite web|title=Planning practice guidance|url=https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/planning-practice-guidance/|website=gov.uk|date=22 July 2019 |accessdate=2 July 2020}}</ref> which includes a section titled "What are permitted development rights?".<ref>{{cite web|title=What are permitted development rights?|url=https://www.gov.uk/guidance/when-is-permission-required#What-are-permitted-development-rights/|website=gov.uk|accessdate=2 July 2020}}</ref> This website is updated on an ongoing basis.
In March 2016, the [[Planning Portal]] published a document titled "Notification of a proposed larger Home Extension", which provides advice about the system of larger rear extensions under Part 1 Class A. This document was subsequently updated in May 2019, August 2019, and November 2019. The current version of this document is titled [https://ecab.planningportal.co.uk/uploads/1app/guidance/guidance_note-larger_home_extension.pdf Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Larger Home Extension].
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With respect to Wales, householder permitted development is set out by Schedule 2 Part 1 of the GPDO 1995, as amended on 30 September 2013 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2013/1776/contents/made Statutory Instrument 2013 No. 1776].
In July 2013, the [[Welsh Government]] published a document titled "Technical Guidance: Permitted development for householders",<ref>{{cite web|title=Technical Guidance: Permitted development for householders|url=http://wales.gov.uk/topics/planning/policy/guidanceandleaflets/householder-permitted-development-rights/?skip=1&lang=en|publisher=wales.gov.uk|accessdate=5 September 2016}}{{Dead link|date=August 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> which provides advice about how to interpret Part 1. This document was subsequently updated in April 2014.
For the above legislation, a public consultation was undertaken from 23 November 2010 to 15 February 2011.<ref>[http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/planning/hhpdrconsultation/?lang=en Consultation: Proposed Changes to Householder Permitted Development Rights] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120417180907/http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/planning/hhpdrconsultation/?lang=en |date=17 April 2012 }}, ''wales.gov.uk.''</ref>
==Amendments since 2013==
With respect to England, Schedule 2 Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, and 16 were amended on 30 May 2013 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2013/1101/contents/made SI 2013 No. 1101], Part 16 was amended on 21 August 2013 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2013/1868/contents/made SI 2013 No. 1868], Part 11 was amended on 1 October 2013 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2013/2147/contents/made SI 2013 No. 2147] and by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2013/2435/contents/made SI 2013 No. 2435], Parts 1, 2, 3, 6, and 7 were amended on 6 April 2014 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/564/contents/made SI 2014 No. 564], Parts 3, 4, and 11 were amended on 6 April 2015 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2015/659/contents/made SI 2015 No. 659], all Parts were amended on 15 April 2015 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2015/596/contents/made SI 2015 No. 596], Parts 1, 3, 4, and 17 were amended on 6 April 2016 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2016/332/contents/made SI 2016 No. 332], Part 16 was amended on 24 November 2016 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2016/1040/contents/made SI 2016 No. 1040], Parts 1, 4, 7, 14, and 15 were amended on 6 April 2017 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/391/contents/made SI 2017 No. 391], Parts 3, 4, and 11 were amended on 23 May 2017 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/619/contents/made SI 2017 No. 619], Parts 3, 6, 9, and 16 were amended on 6 April 2018 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2018/343/contents/made SI 2018 No. 343], Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, and 16 were amended on 25 May 2019 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2019/907/contents/made SI 2019 No. 907], Part 4 was amended on 24 March 2020 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2020/330/contents/made SI 2020 No. 330], Part 12A was introduced on 9 April 2020 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2020/412/contents/made SI 2020 No. 412], and Parts 3, 4, 12 were amended and Part 20 was introduced on 25 June 2020 and 1 August 2020 by [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2020/632/contents/made SI 2020 No. 632].
For the above changes, public consultations were undertaken from 8 April 2011 to 30 June 2011,<ref>[https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/changing-land-use-from-commercial-to-residential Relaxation of planning rules for change of use from commercial to residential: consultation], ''GOV.UK.''</ref> from 3 July 2012 to 11 September 2012,<ref>[https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/reusing-existing-buildings-permitted-development-rights New opportunities for sustainable development and growth through the reuse of existing buildings: consultation], ''GOV.UK''.</ref> from 12 November 2012 to 24 December 2012,<ref>[https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/extending-permitted-development-rights-for-homeowners-and-businesses-technical-consultation Extending permitted development rights for homeowners and businesses: technical consultation], ''GOV.UK.''</ref> from 3 May 2013 to 14 June 2013,<ref>[https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/mobile-connectivity-in-england Mobile connectivity in England: technical consultation], ''GOV.UK''</ref> from 6 August 2013 to 15 October 2013,<ref>[https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/greater-flexibilities-for-change-of-use Greater flexibilities for change of use: consultation]'', GOV.UK.''</ref> from 31 July 2014 to 26 September 2014,<ref name="Technical consultation on planning"/> from 5 March 2015 to 16 April 2015,<ref>{{Cite web|title = Amendment to permitted development rights for drilling boreholes for groundwater monitoring for petroleum exploration: technical consultation - GOV.UK|url = https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/amendment-to-permitted-development-rights-for-petroleum-exploration|website = www.gov.uk| date=5 March 2015 |accessdate = 2015-08-24}}</ref> from 13 August 2015 to 24 September 2015,<ref>{{Cite web|title = Amendment to permitted development rights for drilling boreholes for groundwater monitoring for petroleum exploration - GOV.UK|url = https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/further-amendments-to-permitted-development-rights-for-petroleum-exploration-site-investigation-and-monitoring|website = www.gov.uk| date=13 August 2015 |accessdate = 2015-08-24}}</ref> and from 18 February 2016 to 15 April 2016,<ref>{{Cite web|title = Technical consultation on implementation of planning changes - GOV.UK|url = https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/implementation-of-planning-changes-technical-consultation|website = www.gov.uk| date=18 February 2016 |accessdate = 2017-03-24}}</ref> and from 29 October 2018 to 14 January 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Planning Reform: Supporting the high street and increasing the delivery of new homes - GOV.UK|url = https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/planning-reform-supporting-the-high-street-and-increasing-the-delivery-of-new-homes|website = www.gov.uk|accessdate = 2017-03-24}}</ref>
On 25 May 2019 Housing Minister [[Kit Malthouse|Kit Malthouse MP]] announced that temporary changes to Permitted Development Rights, in place since 2012 and due to expire on 30 May 2019, would become permanent.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/housing-minister-announces-boost-for-families-and-high-streets-as-planning-red-tape-is-axed|title=Housing Minister announces boost for families and high streets as planning red tape is axed|website=GOV.UK|language=en|access-date=2019-05-28}}</ref> In effect the new legislation means home owners can build up to 8 metres projection from the rear wall if building on a detached property (rather than the previous 4 metres) and 6 metres if attached (rather than the previous 3 metres) as Permitted Development. The height restrictions remain at 3 metres height to eaves and 4 metres overall height.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.oakshireenvironmental.co.uk/changes-to-permitted-development-rights|title=Why the Government's Recent Change to Permitted Development Rights Is Misguided|last=Environmental|first=Oakshire|website=Oakshire Environmental|language=en|access-date=2019-05-28}}{{Dead link|date=August 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>
===Part 3 Class O excluded areas===
Some [[local planning authority|local planning authorities]] resisted the office-to-residential rights and brought in Article 4 Directions so these rights do not apply to certain areas within:<ref>{{cite web|title=Areas exempt from office to residential change of use permitted development right 2013 - Publications - GOV.UK|url=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/areas-exempt-from-office-to-residential-change-of-use-permitted-development-right-2013|website=www.gov.uk|accessdate=5 September 2016}}</ref>
*Greater London: [[London Borough of Camden|Camden]], [[City of London]], [[London Borough of Hackney|Hackney]], [[London Borough of Islington|Islington]], [[London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea|Kensington and Chelsea]], [[London Borough of Lambeth|Lambeth]], [[London Borough of Newham|Newham]], [[London Borough of Southwark|Southwark]], [[London Borough of Tower Hamlets|Tower Hamlets]], [[London Borough of Wandsworth|Wandsworth]], [[City of Westminster|Westminster]]
*Outside Greater London: [[Ashford (district)|Ashford]], [[East Hampshire]], [[City of Manchester|Manchester]], [[Sevenoaks District|Sevenoaks]], [[Stevenage]], [[Vale of White Horse]]
In August 2021, the Government replaced Class O Permitted Development Rights with Class MA Permitted Development Rights (see below). The Government announced that [[local planning authority|local planning authorities]] that have an existing Article 4 Direction which restricts the change of use from office space to residential space (under the old O class) would remain valid until 31 July 2022. After this date, [[local planning authority|local planning authorities]] would need to reinstate an Article 4 Direction to resist the conversion of commercial properties to residential use. Many such as St Albans City and District Council have not reinstated these directions.<ref>{{Cite web |last=admin_albans |date=2023-09-25 |title=Is St Albans' economic lifeblood threatened by loss of offices to residential development? |url=https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/planning/is-st-albans-economic-lifeblood-threatened-by-loss-of-offices-to-residential-development/ |access-date=2024-03-30 |website=St Albans Times |language=en-GB}}</ref>
=== Class MA Permitted Development Rights ===
In August 2021, the Government introduced a powerful new Permitted Development Right which allows the change of use of commercial properties within Use Class E to residential uses, without the need for full planning permission, subject to complying with some limitations and criteria.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Conversion of Commercial Properties to Residential Uses: Class MA Permitted Development Rights |url=https://www.cedarplanning.co.uk/conversion-of-commercial-properties-to-residential-uses-class-ma-permitted-development-rights |access-date=2024-03-30 |website=Cedar Planning |language=en}}</ref> The intention of this Permitted Development Right is twofold; to provide some much needed housing on brownfield sites: and to revive England's high streets by bringing vacant units back into use.
The changes have been met with some resistance by Councils and academics, with some concerned that the quality of housing produced is short of standards which would otherwise be allowed.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Michael Gove's push to convert shops risks surge of poor quality homes, experts say |url=https://www.ft.com/content/81e8cccc-80bb-488c-8b22-6747abd69681 |access-date=2024-03-30 |website=www.ft.com}}</ref>
In March 2024, the Government made changes to further encourage uptake of Class MA Permitted Development Rights. Since the 5th March 2024, buildings no longer need to have been vacant (whereas before they needed to have been vacant for at least 3 months), and there is no limit on the size of properties that can be converted (whereas before the space to be converted needed to be 1,500 sq meters or less).<ref>{{Cite web |title=Gove to Loosen Commercial Conversions |url=https://www.cedarplanning.co.uk/gove-to-loosen-commercial-conversions |access-date=2024-03-30 |website=Cedar Planning |language=en}}</ref>
===COVID-19===
In response to the [[COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom|COVID-19 pandemic]], restaurants, cafes and pubs are allowed to provide takeaway food without specific planning permission.<ref>Legislation http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2020/330/article/4/made</ref>
==="Clarkson's clause"===
"Clarkson's clause" was an amendment by the Government in 2024 to expand the rights of farmers to change buildings from agricultural use to "flexible commercial" or residential use without planning permission. It was named after [[Jeremy Clarkson]] who had high-profile planning disputes with [[West Oxfordshire District Council]] on his ''[[Clarkson's Farm]]'' documentary series.<ref>{{cite web | title='Clarkson's clause' introduced to cut red tape for farmers | LocalGov | date=21 May 2024 | url=https://www.localgov.co.uk/Clarksons-clause-introduced-to-cut-red-tape-for-farmers-/60453 }}</ref>
== Legal and environmental considerations ==
Critics of the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) have raised several concerns regarding its impact on local communities, the environment, and architectural heritage. One of the main critiques is that the GPDO allows certain developments to bypass the usual planning permission processes, which can result in negative outcomes for the character and quality of local areas. This is particularly evident in conservation areas or areas with significant architectural heritage, where alterations may not be subject to the usual scrutiny.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-05-10 |title=Changes to permitted development rights – Farming |url=https://defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2024/05/10/changes-to-permitted-development-rights/ |access-date=2025-01-12 |website=defrafarming.blog.gov.uk |language=en}}</ref>
For example, the GPDO allows for the conversion of offices or other commercial properties to residential use without full planning permission. While this can help address housing shortages, it has been criticized for leading to the loss of important historic buildings and architectural features. The lack of full planning review means that important local characteristics, such as traditional facades, street layouts, and architectural styles, might be compromised for the sake of expedience or economic development.
Environmental concerns are also significant. Developments carried out under the GPDO, especially in rural or sensitive environmental areas, may not undergo the thorough Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process that more substantial developments are required to undergo.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hammonds |first=Declan |date=2025-01-12 |title=The Ultimate Guide to Permitted Development Rights |url=https://www.triviumland.co.uk/post/permitted-development-rights-uk-guide |access-date=2025-01-12 |website=Trivium Land |language=en}}</ref> This can result in harmful environmental impacts that affect local ecosystems, biodiversity, and water management. For instance, new housing or commercial developments in areas near watercourses or wildlife habitats may increase flood risks or disturb wildlife populations without sufficient consideration or mitigation measures.
Local authorities and environmental groups have pointed out that these shortcuts may undermine sustainable development goals, as developments that should ideally have been subject to consultation and detailed environmental reviews instead proceed with limited public input or oversight. This concern is echoed by organisations such as The Guardian, which reported on the growing backlash against certain developments authorized under the GPDO.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Tims |first=Anna |date=2019-03-10 |title=The 'absurd' planning loophole that could end up blighting your home |url=https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2019/mar/10/planning-rules-loophole-home-permitted-development |access-date=2025-01-12 |work=The Observer |language=en-GB |issn=0029-7712}}</ref> Furthermore, councils, like those in Dartford, have called for reforms to ensure that local planning authorities retain control over developments that could significantly affect local communities and the environment.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Newman |first=Neil |title=Permitted development rights under article 3 |url=https://www.dartford.gov.uk/planning-3/permitted-development-rights-article-3? |access-date=2025-01-12 |website=Dartford Borough Council |language=en}}</ref>
The general argument is that while the GPDO streamlines processes and aids economic development, it should not come at the cost of the long-term sustainability and integrity of local areas, particularly in terms of environmental and cultural preservation.
==See also==
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==External links==
*[http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2015/596/contents/made Statutory Instrument 2015 No. 596 - Original (As made)]
*[http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/ The Planning Portal website - Do you need permission?]
*[http://planningjungle.com/householder-permitted-development/part-1-of-the-gpdo-visual-guide The Planning Jungle website - Part 1 of the GPDO - Visual Guide]{{Dead link|date=August 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
*[http://planningjungle.com/consolidated-versions-of-legislation/gpdo-1995-consolidated/ The Planning Jungle website - GPDO 1995 (Consolidated) (Superseded)]
*[https://www.planninggeek.co.uk/planning/gpdo/ Planning Geek Website -
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