3 metre wide driveway materials and permission

Question

I would like to create a 3 metre wide driveway in my front garden with concrete. Is this something I can do by myself? Will I need planning permission? I’d also like to know the quantity of materials I’d need and how much this is likely to cost?

Michael · Answer

Hi,
You only need permission if you do not complete the job using SUDS. 
SUDS = Sustainable Drainage System.
All rain water must run off into your garden rain water drainage pipework or into the roadway drainage system.
This means there must be a fall from the highest point in your garden to level out with the sidewalk or roadway surface. So that water can run off into an sustainable drainage system 
Then by following SUDS no planning permission is needed.

Kevin · Answer

Yes you will need planning permission and suitable drainage. Too many variables,for accurate costings.

Alexei · Answer

Hello Elly, 
If there is already an existing driveway you don't need a permision. 
To tell you exactly how much material is allowed I need to know the actual sizes.  usually we put 150mm concrete.

Gareth · Answer

Hi
 You wouldn’t need planning permission but
 If it crosses you services to your home gas, electric water etc you would have to be able to access them if a leak was discovered. The cost would depend on the length of the drive? 
    
   Thanks 
      Gareth

Chris · Answer

If drive way extension you're fine, anything more seek legal advice

3 metre wide driveway materials and permission

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