Will a Neighbours extension devalue my house?

Will a Neighbours extension devalue my house?

No, you can’t sue your neighbour if the value of your property decreases after they’ve built an extension. You may be able to to submit a complaint to your local council if you believe the works haven’t been completed in line with the latest building regulations.

Can I stop my Neighbours extension?

The short answer is ‘it’s possible. ‘ The longer answer is more complicated. If your extension plans encroach in certain ways on the properties that border yours, it’s possible your neighbour or neighbours could convince the council to stop you.

How close to your boundary can you build?

As a rule of thumb, a build that reaches 7.2 feet is considered acceptable and anything over that we do recommend speaking to your neighbour.

Do I need to get Neighbours permission for extension?

In summary, your neighbour can have no influence on the development with regards to planning permission, as planning permission is not required. The exception to this would be if you are planning to take advantage of the Larger Home Extension Scheme under permitted development, which has its own particular process.

Can I paint a Neighbours fence on my side?

If your neighbour owns the wall or fence You can’t make changes to your side without their permission, such as painting it. If the wall or fence seems dangerous, point this out because your neighbour might not be aware.

How much can I extend my house without planning 2020?

You do not need planning permission for all extensions depending on the size, without planning permission you can build up to six metres or eight if your house is detached.

Can a Neighbour attach something to my house?

Attaching plant pots, lights or anything else to your neighbour’s wall or fence will require permission! If the wall is on the right, then you must ask your neighbour. If you go ahead and attach something, then you can technically be prosecuted for criminal damage, although cases are sporadic.

What are the rules on house extensions?

The extension must be single-storey only, the finish should resemble the existing property and the extension can be no more than half the width of the original house. There are also restrictions on height, depending how close you will be going to the boundary of your property.

How can I extend my house cheaply?

Do-It-Yourself projects can save you a bundle when you’re building home extensions. Some of the best DIY house extensions money-saving projects include painting, tile work, some flooring installation, adding a window bench seat, or cabinet installation and refinishing work.

What size extension does not need planning?

The maximum height of a single-storey rear extension should be four metres to avoid having to get planning permission for an extension. Extensions of more than one storey must not extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by more than three metres.