Article 4 directions explained

Councils use Article 4 directions to withdraw PD rights that would otherwise apply automatically - commonly for cladding, front alterations, and sometimes whole classes of extension.

Directions vary by street, conservation area or borough-wide policy, so the same project can be PD on one road and need full planning on the next.

Always check the specific Article 4 direction text for your address, not just whether one exists nearby - it may only restrict certain works.