Do Commercial Awnings Require Planning Permission?

Commercial awning manufacturers
26/10/2022
Tags: Awnings

Awnings are an increasingly popular way for businesses to make use of their outdoor space. Less expensive than an extension, they open up gardens and patios for use year round.

If you're considering installing an awning onto your property, you may be wondering where your business stands when it comes to planning permission. Read through this guide to find out!

Do I Need Planning Permission to Install an Awning on My Commercial Property?

If you're considering adding an awning to your shop, hotel, restaurant, cafe, or pub, you'll likely need planning permission. This is because the awning will extend over pedestrians and the pavement.. While residential properties typically don't require planning permission, commercial installations usually do.

 

Do I need Planning Permission to Replace My Commercial Awning?

If you are looking to replace an awning that already exists on your commercial property, you will probably not need to apply for planning permission if the replacement is an exact switch. However, if you are exchanging an awning for a larger shading structure, like a Sunrain or B600, then you will most likely need to apply for planning permission.

 

Are There Any Other Regulations for Awnings I Should be Aware of? 

Alongside planning permission, there are a few other regulations you should be aware of.

Each council will have their own health and safety requirements for businesses. To ensure safety in your premises (and to protect yourself legally), it's important that any awnings you install adhere to their requirements. If at all in doubt, it’s always best to ask your local authority if what regulations your new awning needs to be in line with.

You may also be required to ask for approval regarding advertising regulations, as any branding or logos displayed on your awning are considered an advertisement when in view of the public. Again, check with the relevant body if you're not sure.

 

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