Planning Services Frequently Asked Questions

Many boundaries are considered to be "permitted developments" and so do not require planning permission. Some common exceptions may include:

  • If the boundary faces onto a highway it may not exceed 1 metre in height
  • If a boundary does not face a highway it may not exceed 2 metres in height.
  • If the property is a Listed Building then planning permission is required to erect or change a boundary
  • If you are planning to create or modify a boundary you should be sure to consult anyone who shares the boundary to avoid disputes. You should be clear as to the ownership of land on both sides of the boundary before any works are commenced. In this instance as the combined height would not exceed 2 metres the fence may not require permission but you should check with the Development Control team before commencing.
  1. Is it possible to pay my planning application fees on-line?
  2. A large building is being built close to my house. The new property directly overlooks my back garden & I would like to do something to restore some privacy. Are there any restrictions on erecting a trellis with creeping plants above the existing fence?
  3. Do I need planning permission for a new velux window in a sloping roof?
  4. I am looking to put a driveway on my property, and I need to find out if I am allowed to do this and if so will I also need to get the pavement lowered?
  5. My next door neighbour has just put a "Temporary" building on the front garden is this allowed?
  6. What is the difference between planning permission and building regulation approval?
  7. How do I get copies of Planning Permissions?
  8. How do I get copies of Tree Preservation Orders (TPO)?
  9. How can I view Current Planning Applications?
  10. Is there a facility to view Historic Planning Applications?
  11. Who do I contact to get pre-application advice?

Contact Information:

By telephone: Please call the Customer Service centre on 01628-683810

By email: planning.maidenhead@rbwm.gov.uk

By post: Planning Services, RBWM, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, Berks SL6 1RF.

Web page: Planning Services


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Modified: 2009-10-23
Published: Thu, 09 May 2013 16:43:23
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