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planning permission

British

noun

(in Britain) formal permission that must be obtained from a local authority before development or a change of use of land or buildings

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Dan Yates, founder of outdoor accommodation booking site Pitchup, said the concept of "permitted development" - meaning no planning permission is needed - was now "a misnomer in Wales".

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The planning permission granted by the council allows a temporary change of use for part of the park, covering a period of up to 32 days.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Darlington Borough Council told the BBC that due to the unprecedented nature of the scheme, only temporary planning permission was initially granted "to allow for testing of the drone delivery concept."

From BBC • May 6, 2026

A special development order dating back to 1953 ensures that planning permission is not required for development and activities in the area.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Jane and Tony Coyle are building their own home, but they have had to live in a caravan, and now a shed, on the site while they wait for planning permission.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

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