Free planning advice is available for residents if you are considering replacement windows or other energy efficiency measures via our Duty Planning Service
Energy efficient glazing covers both double and triple glazing. These are windows with two or more glass panes in a sealed unit.
Having energy efficient windows could help to reduce your carbon footprint and your energy bills.
Planning permission
Window alterations to a single house do not normally require planning permission, so long as there is no change in window frames and profile, including:
- material
- colour
- size
- opening style; and
- design.
You will need to apply for planning permission if any of these apply:
- the property is a flat or and maisonette
- where the materials proposed to a single house are not of a similar appearance, and / or the method of opening is not similar to the original windows
- llsted buildings
- an Article 4 direction removes permitted development rights – Properties affected by Article 4 Directions.