
Permitted Development Planning Changes

New permitted development rights came into force yesterday (30th of May, 2013). These changes are likely to have a significant impact on development in the coming years. R.A.G. Architects has prepared a brief summary of these changes:- • Office buildings will be allowed to be converted to residential use without planning permission in non-designated areas (for three years). Prior approval will [.....]
House Extension – Moseley Road, Kenilworth

An extension for a classical musician R.A.G. Architects was asked to help with the plan layout for a house on Moseley Road, Kenilworth for a classical musician. Key to getting the space right was to enable the meeting for a number of other musicians for practice and to play together. The existing plan (below) was re-organised so that an existing toilet and outdoor space was removed and infilled to provide a [.....]
Industrial Architecture – Rugby, Warwickshire

Planning permission was granted for a new build industrial unit on Somers Road, Rugby at the beginning of 2013. This small unit will provide space for a local company to occupy by the end of the year. The architecture was designed to be of good quality materials and detailing to be an example of a good quality industrial unit. The project will also incorporate many sustainable [.....]