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Browse 19 cases in the Planning Geek Case Law Library concerning Planning unit.
East Barnet concerns the character of a land use, rather than the identity or purpose of a particular occupier. This summary is grounded in its treatment by the House of Lords in Great Portland Estates.
Panton and Farmer distinguishes a dormant lawful use from an abandoned use, and explains why an existing-use certificate must address accrued rights and the use actually proved.
British Waterways distinguishes protecting a planning use from protecting its current occupier, and considers whether refusal would realistically preserve the use.
Ricki Sage explains when a home business changes the character of a dwelling’s use. Lack of noise or neighbour objections does not, by itself, establish lawfulness.
High Court authority on granny annexes, self-contained living accommodation and whether a detached building remains part of the same residential planning unit.
