Adverts and signs

Building regulations

Domestic adverts and signs are not normally subject to building control, although, if lit, any electrical work would be.

However, they must 'be kept in a safe condition' as required by the conditions for planning permission.

Find a Trade Professional

Use our partner directories to find a planning or building professional to help with your project or development.

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Find a professional

Useful links

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Make an application

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Studio Charrette planning consultancy calculator

Sell your site with Land Match ^{(https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/commercial-developments/sell-your-site)}

Sell your site with Land Match

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