Change of Use From Residential (C3) to Children’s Home (C2)

The client approached Planning By Design regarding a propose change of use from C3 (Dwellinghouse) to C2 (Residential Institution), to facilitate the use of the building as a children’s home for up to 2 children aged from 8 to 18 years. They would be looked after by 3 carers, sleeping overnight on a rota basis. There will be no external alterations to the building or curtilage and therefore there will be no change in appearance and character of the dwelling.

Following a planning appraisal, one of our chartered town planners confirmed this is feasible and would require full planning permission to change the use.

One of our chartered architects produced the required architect drawings, which the client approved. Following approval of the architect design one of our chartered town planners has prepared the required Design and Access Statement to justify why the application should be approved. With the client's approval, the architect drawings, Design and Access Statement were submitted with an application for full planning permission.

Planning Permission has now been approved for a  change of use from residential (C3) to children’s home (C2).