| Legal Position |
If you are in any doubt, check your legal position and if necessary consult a
solicitor to ensure that there are no restrictions on the land or the type of
work you wish to do (e.g., legal title,
restrictive covenants, rights-of-way, etc.).
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| Planning History |
The original planning permission granted for your house may have a condition
attached restricting or prohibiting the kind of work you wish to carry out. If
in doubt, check with your local planning office.
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| Traffic Safety |
The work you are carrying out must not cause danger by obstructing the view of
people using a public road.
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| Listed Buildings and
Conservation Areas |
Listed Building Consent may be needed for the work you want to do if you live in
a listed building. Your local planning office will be able to advise. If you
live in a Conservation Area and wish to carry out any external alterations it is
advisable to discuss these with your local planning office. If you are hoping to
obtain a Conservation Area Grant or Historic Buildings Grant you should contact
the Built Heritage Directorate of the Environment and Heritage Service. The address of the Built Heritage is: |
Environment and Heritage Service
5 - 33 Hill Street
BELFAST
BT1 2LR
Phone: (028) 9023 5000
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| Historic Monuments |
Work proposed in or near any archaeological site
or historic monument may need special permission, or certain precautions may be
advisable. For advice contact the Archaeological Survey of the Built Heritage of
the Environment and Heritage Service at the same address.
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