Does an orangery require building regs?
Unless it has the same exemption as a conservatory, an orangery usually DOES need building regulation approval. Building regulation is separate to planning permission and you have to gain approval from both authorities.
How big can a conservatory be without building regs?
However, conservatories are normally exempt from building regulations when: They are built at ground level and are less than 30 square metres in floor area. The conservatory is separated from the house by external quality walls, doors or windows.
How deep do foundations need to be for an orangery?
around 600mm-1000mm deep
Step 1: Laying the foundations For the first part of our orangery building process, we lay the foundations. To do this we dig out footings that are around 600mm-1000mm deep, depending on the condition of the ground, which are then filled with concrete.
Can you turn a conservatory into an orangery?
Yes, it is possible to convert a conservatory to an orangery or an extension but it’s not as easy as it sounds. Extensions, and often orangeries, will require Building Regulations and therefore a completely new structure will normally be required in order to satisfy local authority requirements.
Do you need permission to build a conservatory?
A conservatory and an extension fall under the same rules and are considered permitted developments and DON’T need planning permission (subject to limits). Building regulation approval is required on any work.
Do I need planning or building regs for a conservatory?
A conservatory is usually considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to set limits and conditions and most conservatories require approval under the building regulations.
Do I need a building certificate for a conservatory?
Yes, unless the extension is exempt from Building Regulations Approval, for example, a porch or conservatory (see works exempt from Building Regulations approval and point 8, point 9, point 10 or point 11).
Can I convert my conservatory into an orangery?
What size conservatory do I need without planning permission?
To build without the need for planning permission, a conservatory can’t be any bigger than 50% of the area around the original house (including sheds and outbuildings).
Can you build an orangery on conservatory foundations?