12/10/2026
Thinking of adding a balcony to your project? 👀
They can be a brilliant way to create extra outdoor space — but they can also be one of the trickier features to get through planning.
Why? Because planners will look closely at things like:
👁 Privacy
🏘 Overlooking
👥 Neighbouring amenity
The position of the balcony, nearby windows and gardens, boundary distances, levels and the direction of views can all make a difference.
Careful design can help — through things like screening, setbacks and orientation — but it’s much better to consider these issues early in the design process, rather than trying to solve them later.
Thinking about a balcony or roof terrace as part of your extension or renovation?
📩 Get in touch and we can look at the planning considerations from the outset.