37 King Georges Avenue Leiston Suffolk IP16 4JX

Awaiting decision DC/26/0636/CLP
Council
Date received
9 Mar 2026
Date validated
9 Mar 2026
Postcode
IP16 4JX

Description

Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - a) Non structural works to inside the main property such as adding a ensuite to downstairs bedroom. Converting garage to habitable space. Connecting two new bathrooms to the existing drains. Upgrading fire protection throughout property including fire doors, grade A fire system, emergency lighting, smoke detectors, push button fire alarms. Upgrading thermal values of property where needed. Upgrading electrical board to comply with regulations working alongside building control. b) Converting detached garage into garden habitable space that includes self contained kitchenette. Ensuite and bedroom space. Upgraded thermal properties, electrical and drain supply. Without changing the look of the structure

4.9/10
Planning Authority Score
#146 of 277

East Suffolk is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #199 out of 277. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (95%) than the national average (90%).

East Suffolk decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
92%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #78 of 277
95%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #70 of 277
60%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (71%) #199 of 277
43%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #160 of 277
81%
Minor dwellings approved
211 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
20 decided (10+ homes)
83%
Change of use approved
149 decided
1,992
Total decisions
156 refused in 2025