"a0000000000" wrote in message ...


The 10 year rule is for change of use or breach of planning condition.

You do not need planning permission for any development if you are certain
that the planning authority would have given permission - there is no legal
obligation for you to apply. You do not need to apply for retrospective
permission either despite what local authorities will tell you.


Surely development is controlled by Statute, and in particular the
TCPA?

What is allowable without a formal application is clearly defined, and
it also states when an application is required - ie an application is
required for all situations where the proposal is otherwise not
specifically granted.

I don't agree that one can just build on the basis that you are
certain that the LA will allow it. That would lead to an anarchic
situation and would negate the purpose of planning control.

Can you cite a reference or precedent for this?

dg