The installation of solar panels on a roof or wall of a private house is considered to be permitted development i e.
Building regulation consent for solar panels.
There are some exceptions to this but for the purposes of this practice note the installation of pv panels to generate electricity does not require a building consent.
The building covenant conditions required that the buyer submit to the developer its plans for the size number and location of any solar panels.
Generally speaking energy work does not require a building consent.
Building regulations also apply to other aspects of the work such as electrical installation.
The panels must not be installed on a building that is within the grounds of a listed building or on a site designated as a scheduled monument.
Refer s 43 of the building act 2004.
Doesn t require planning permission provided that.
The installation of solar panels could not occur without consent in writing from the developer who could disapprove it if it ruined the visual impact of the development.
Regardless of whether or not planning permission is required for the installation of your solar panels the installation itself is still subject to standard building regulations.
If you wish to install a solar panel on your roof building regulations will normally apply.
If your property is in a conservation area or in a world heritage site panels must not be fitted to a wall which fronts a highway.
Some strengthening work may be needed.