Planning permission for a non attached canopy ?

[Quovadisuk]

Hi all, 

 

just a quick question please, We did apply to see if we could build a brick conservatory over our existing patio, however it was indicated it would likely be refused as we had used our allocated garden area already, and therefore taking measurements from the previous existing building, meant this was the reason why permission would be refused. 

 

I then asked if we could have an aluminum conservatory, and again we were advised it would likely be refused.  I happened to be at the home building and renovation exhibition at the NEC this week, and raised the situation when asked why were weren’t having a conservatory by one of the exhibitors.  I explained our situation, but  he was saying that if the roof of the proposal is classed as a canopy, and doesn’t actually adjoin the property ie the roof is supported by steel struts that are not connected to the house, then planning is not required as it is classed as a temporary building ? Is this correct ?  Whilst it’s  not our intention to flout any planning laws we do have an existing patio and a one metre high  perimeter wall which we would love to utilize in inclement weather, and may well be a solution if the information given is correct.  Planning has already stated we can have a retractable canopy ( which would ironically be fitted to the house), but I am not aware  of the free standing canopy solution Any ideas and thoughts on this ? Kind regards 

[ToughButterCup]

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/permitted-development-rights-for-householders-technical-guidance

 

Please bear in mind that we are not experts.

[DevilDamo]

Anything attached to the house would fall under Class A. Anything not attached to the house would fall under Class E.

 

If you have PD rights and the proposal meets the PD requirements, then no issue.

 

Which is expert at the show gave you advice relating to a temporary building?