David Walker

Thank you, that makes sense.

Thank you all for your very helpful replies. The barn has not yet been converted, though Class Q has been approved. The solar panel tiles, whilst a great option, is too different from the existing roofing I think, but as advised by IanR, I would need to re-submit the Class Q notice or go for a full planning application, which I am reluctant to do due to the time constriction. I think we will stick with the Class Q plans and put in a planning application if necessary following completion. I'm getting the vibe that the less 'boat rocking' at this stage, the better. Thanks

This is my first time on this website and I would be grateful for any information on the installation of roof solar panels on a barn conversion with Class Q permission. I am considering purchasing this single storey barn in Northamptonshire with Class Q permission and I was hoping to have an ASHP and solar panels on the roof. My searches of this forum so far have revealed two statements that the solar panels are not permitted development on Class Q buildings and one statement that ASHP, solar panels and wind turbine are the only permitted development on Class Q. A separate planning application has also been stated as an alternative option.