Driveways can be constructed in many ways, block paving, stone chippings, slabs, screeded concrete and all can dramatically change the look of your property.
We all know curb-side appeal of homes are important, no matter the value of your home. Driveways can be an important part of this, needing to be both practical but also adding that finishing touch to your home.
Block Paving benefits - Durable / Wide range of colours / Can be mixed with other paving types / Easy to create features with
Stone Chipping benefits - Lower cost / Quicker installation / Vast choice of options / Good drainage
Driveway Planning Permission
In October 2008, the Government introduced legislation in England which means some driveway installations may require planning permission. The main reason behind this was due to surface water flooding the public highway.
Planning permission is usually required if;
- The surface covers 5 square metres in area
- Rain water will drain off the drive onto a public highway
- Rain water is to be linked to an existing surface water system that does not discharge into a soak away
However, planning permission is not required if;
- A permeable block is used, in conjunction with a permeable sub-base
- If ground is able to absorb the rain water off the drive (not clay) – using a soak away
- A driveway is professionally designed which makes use of permeable block paving and/or an eco drainage system
We all know curb-side appeal of homes are important, no matter the value of your home. Driveways can be an important part of this, needing to be both practical but also adding that finishing touch to your home.
Block Paving benefits - Durable / Wide range of colours / Can be mixed with other paving types / Easy to create features with
Stone Chipping benefits - Lower cost / Quicker installation / Vast choice of options / Good drainage
Driveway Planning Permission
In October 2008, the Government introduced legislation in England which means some driveway installations may require planning permission. The main reason behind this was due to surface water flooding the public highway.
Planning permission is usually required if;
- The surface covers 5 square metres in area
- Rain water will drain off the drive onto a public highway
- Rain water is to be linked to an existing surface water system that does not discharge into a soak away
However, planning permission is not required if;
- A permeable block is used, in conjunction with a permeable sub-base
- If ground is able to absorb the rain water off the drive (not clay) – using a soak away
- A driveway is professionally designed which makes use of permeable block paving and/or an eco drainage system