Erection of raised decking (retrospective)

Raised decking, terraces or patios that are higher than 0.3 metres require a specific planning approval. It is a requirement to ensure that neighbours' privacy is maintained by installing screening (fence, hedge etc.) that reaches the height of 1.8m above ground level.; Large areas of decking are unlikely to be supported at the side or front of a property.; the decking has been constructed right up to the boundary of the properties and our two upstairs windows look directly out onto the decking.

Raised decking, terraces or patios that are higher than 0.3 metres require specific planning approval.; Screening will only be appropriate if it does not cause loss of light and/or be overbearing to an adjoining property.; Large areas of decking are unlikely to be supported at the side or front of the property.; GOOD NEIGHBOURLINESS applicants are advised to consider the effects of their development on their neighbours; If they might feel "blocked in or overlooked" and/or if the development would feel "too close dominant/overbearing."