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Grace Architecture is the major provider of Architectural Services throughout the UK, offering Nationwide solutions for Residential and Commercial planning permission projects, with over 2000 successful projects completed, we are pleased to be able to offer high quality services, cutting edge 3D technology for all aspects of Architectural Design. We are experts in many fields from Town Planning to Architecture using the latest technology from our cutting-edge 3D laser surveys to our 3D/4D Bim Modelling. Our team have completed everything from conceptual design to the As Built Environment, both residentially and commercially.
We are dedicated to our market place, and understand that Architecture and Planning is specialist work, we offer effective and bespoke solutions, designed to provide our customers with the peace of mind they require.
Since our inception, we’ve worked hard to maintain high standards for every service we provide, building from the ground up to improve our processes, so you’re in safe hands from the minute you decide to instruct us.
We are proud of our efficiency, enabling us to offer our clients highly competitive pricing, while completing work in the shortest time possible. We know it’s important to get the work done on time, and keep our customers satisfied. Listening to our customers, we’re confident that we’re able to deliver exactly what our market place is looking for. Our tailor-made packages can be built to suit each client’s requirements, and our team are always on the lookout for the latest developments, which we can then offer our customers at the best possible prices.
Grace Architecture understand that our customers only expect the best, and we’re sure you’ll be impressed by our professional service and high standards. If you’d like to find out more about working with MCD, get in touch with us, and find out how our custom solutions can help you.
Small Projects
Permitted Development
Under new regulations that came into force on 1 October 2008 an extension or addition to a house is considered to be permitted development and not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to the following limits and conditions:
No more than half the area of land around the "original house" would be covered by additions to buildings
No extension forward of the principal elevation or side elevation fronting a highway
No extension higher than the highest part of the roof
Maximum depth of a single storey rear extension to be three metres for an attached house and four metres for a detached house
Maximum height of a single storey rear extension to be four metres
Maximum ridge and eaves height no higher than existing house
Roof pitch of extensions higher than one storey to match existing house
Materials to be similar in appearance to the existing house
Upper-floor, side-facing windows to be obscure glazed: any opening to be 1.7m above the floor.
There are benefits in gaining a Certificate of Lawful Use or Development. It is a determination that has legal status providing certainty to prospective developers and purchasers of land and buildings.
Certificates of Lawful Use or Development will be particularly beneficial to those participating in the housing market. Solicitors representing purchasers of, for example, extended dwellings, will usually require documentary evidence that extensions such as conservatories are lawful. This evidence may assist with the sale of property.
Certificates of Lawful Use or Development also provide the necessary evidence that any works being undertaken are lawful if, for example, a neighbour were to make an enquiry or complaint about the work..
Planning Applications
Planning Drawings
We are established and experienced Architectural Designers Operating throughout Greater Manchester and the UK with our network of surveyors and an extensive portfolio, presenting a wide range of successful Planning Applications, both Residentially and Commercially.
When we undertake a project, we like to complete a feasibility study, by assessing the history and context of the proposal and its viability. We research the local planning authority history and establish what previous planning applications to neighbouring properties have been proposed, either accepted or refused. We also examine whether the property is in a Conservation Area, is a listed building or within a flood zone. These factors would affect the planning application and additional documentation is required to supplement the proposal.
Good design, research and detailed planning drawings are at the heart of making an effective planning application. Before submitting an application the importance of planning is paramount. Careful and professional planning and good planning drawings can significantly improve the potential for a positive outcome of an application.
We can provide planning drawings for a vast variety of proposals, with an in depth knowledge of residential planning and commercial projects, including; House Extensions, Loft conversions, Basement Extensions, and Garage Conversions along with Change of Use on a variety of buildings. Collaborating with both client and local authority, we produce your planning drawings, whilst identifying and understanding considerations associated with a proposed development.
Our team work closely with our clients, delivering both an expert and intuitive approach to their development. It is our intention to use our expertise to inform our clients and produce a service that delivers the intended design, function and value for money of both design and outcome. Although councils will attach great importance to the design and planning drawings and can refuse a development of poor design, their planning policies considerations and decisions can vary and there are many issues that need to be considered. Our vast experience in architectural design, planning and preparation of planning drawings, allows our team to articulate any findings within the development process to achieve effective results.
Some developments do not require full planning permission and are covered within Permitted Development. For further information or help on a project please contact us and we will be happy to advise you and discuss your project requirements in greater detail.
