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We have written the guide to tell you about our policies on good design and explain what we are looking for when we assess planning applications for home extensions.  \nWe are committed to improving the quality of the built environment and promoting good design. It is essential that we retain the character of Birmingham’s many attractive and desirable neighbourhoodsand work to raise the quality of the city’s more run-down areas. For these reasons, we expect all new development to be welldesigned and in an appropriate place. We look carefully for this when we receive planning applications.  \nGood design is also very important for you as a homeowner. It is worth remembering that a poorly designed extension may not only spoil the appearance of your home but could even reduce its value. Using this guide may help you avoid making costly mistakes.  \nFinally, please remember that inmost cases you will need permission to extend your home. Please check the section at the back of this guide to find out about the permissions you may need.  \nWe wish you every success with your project.’  \nCouncillor Ken Hardeman, Cabinet Member for Regeneration  \nCouncillor David Roy, Chair of the Development Control Committee  \ncontents  \nSection  \nPage  \n1 2  \n3 4  \n5 6  \n7 8  \n9  \n10  \n11  \nWho is this guide for?  \nWhy good design should matter to you  \nWhat are the main principles for a well-designed extension  \nPrinciple one: Respect the appearance of the local area  \nPrinciple two: Ensure the extension does not adversely affect your neighbours  \nPrinciple three: Minimise the impact on the environment  \nSpace between buildings and accommodation  \nsizes  \nGetting permission  \nOther issues you may need to consider Notes for architects, agents and other professionals  \nHow to contact us  \n1  \n1  \n2  \n3  \n8  \n9  \n10  \n11  \n12  \n13  \n13  \nsection 1 and 2  \nThe impact of any extension should respect the appearance of the streetscene.  \n1  \nA poorly designed extension can spoil the outside appearance of your home and reduce its value.  \n2  \nSection  \nwhy good design should matter to  \nyou  \nExtending your home is an important decision and is often a big expense, so it is important to consider carefully the size and type of extension that best suits your needs. Will an extension at the back or side of the house be best? Perhaps aloft conversion building over the garage is a better option for you? At worst, a poorly designed extension can spoil the outside appearance of your home and reduce its value, impact on your next door neighbour and spoil the appearance of the street. 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