Planning application
PL/26/00836/SA
33 South View Downley Buckinghamshire HP13 5UL
Proposal
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposal to create new access at the front of the property.
As published by the council, reference PL/26/00836/SA
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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2 Feb 2026
Received by Buckinghamshire
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4 Aug 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development. Extensions of time are common.
What happens while it is decided
The process from here
This application is with Buckinghamshire for determination. The council publicises it, consults neighbours and technical bodies where required, and weighs the responses against local and national planning policy.
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development, though extensions of time are common. Comments carry most weight while the case is undecided, so check the council portal for the deadline if you want to respond.
About lawful development applications
How this application type works
A lawful development certificate is a legal determination, not a planning judgement. It asks the council to confirm either that existing use or works are lawful, often through the passage of time, or that a proposal would not need planning permission at all. The applicant must prove the facts; the merits of the scheme are not considered.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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PL/25/6326/FA Granted
55 Grays Lane Downley Buckinghamshire HP13 5UG
Single storey rear extension
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PL/26/01009/FA Granted
50 Gosling Grove Downley Buckinghamshire HP13 5YS
Double storey rear extension.
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PL/26/04896/FA Awaiting decision
39 Gosling Grove Downley Buckinghamshire HP13 5YS
Proposed single storey rear extension
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PL/25/6290/FA Awaiting decision
7 Pheasant Drive High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 5JH
Construction of single storey side and rear extension, raising of roof height, conversion of garage to form habitable room, creation of additional parking space and associated fenestration changes (amendment to planning permisson ref: 24/06584/FUL) (retrospective). The principal change relates to the overall height of the main roof. When the existing roof was removed, it became apparent that some sections had no insulation at all. To comply with current Building Regulations for a warm deck roof, a minimum insulation thickness of 150 mm was required, which in turn necessitated raising the supporting walls. Proper insulation was also essential to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the newly installed heat pump system, which relies on a well-insulated building envelope to perform as intended. Given the substantial footprint of the flat roof, it was also essential to adjust the roof falls and upstand heights to manage rainwater effectively. These changes were made to prevent any risk of water overspilling onto neighbouring properties and to ensure that surface water is directed properly to the soak-aways at the front and rear of the dwelling. In addition, care was taken to align the size and profile of the fascia with those of neighbouring properties so that the building sits more comfortably within the existing street scene. The property is a single-storey bungalow located on a sloping site that is already lower than the public highway. As a result, the increased roof height does not appear overbearing or intrusive. The alteration primarily delivers improved thermal performance, supports the proper functioning of the heat pump system, and provides better rainwater management. It does not block light to neighbouring properties, nor does it cause any material harm to their outlook or to the character and appearance of the area.
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PL/25/3535/FA Decided
7 Southfield Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 5JZ
Construction of granny annexe outbuilding with flat roof in rear garden (part retrospective)
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PL/25/3562/FA Decided
15 Southfield Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP13 5JZ
Householder Application for construction of detached outbuilding, retaining walls/landscaping works to garden and front driveway hardstanding to create space for 2 cars including dropped kerb extension (retrospective)
Other lawful development applications
In Buckinghamshire
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PL/26/01164/SA Refused
64 Sandholme Steeple Claydon Buckinghamshire MK18 2QE
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed dropped kerb.
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PL/26/01589/SA Refused
3 Corn Mill Close Wing Buckinghamshire LU7 0PL
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed single storey rear extension and part garage conversion.
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PL/26/01721/SA Granted
Burton House White Lion Road Little Chalfont Buckinghamshire HP7 9LP
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed change of use of building from Existing Office Building (Class E) to Veterinary Practice (Class E).
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PL/26/05515/SA Awaiting decision
Dinton Hall Upton Road Dinton Buckinghamshire HP17 8UQ
Certificate of lawfulness application for proposed crossover field access point.
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PL/26/05843/SA Awaiting decision
Land at Springfield Farm, South Heath, Buckinghamshire
Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for the temporary storage of soil stockpiles at Springfield Farm field at South Heath, Buckinghamshire