UK Government, the Law and Your Role
What is the purpose of planning permission in the UK?
AGiving drivers permission to use certain restricted roads
BPermission to build or change the use of land and buildings ✓
COfficial permission to open or operate a new business
DPermission to hold large public gatherings and events
Explanation
Planning permission is required in the UK to build new structures, make major changes to existing buildings, or change the use of land. Local councils decide planning applications.
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