🔄 Amendment Route Advisor
Need to change an approved scheme? Answer a few questions and we'll recommend the best route: S96A (non-material amendment), S73 (variation), or fresh application.
Answer these questions about your proposed change:
1️⃣ What type of change do you want to make?
2️⃣ How significant is the change?
3️⃣ Would the change affect neighbours?
4️⃣ Are you in a sensitive designation?
About this tool: Amendment Advisor
Decide between S96A (non-material amendment), S73 (variation of condition), or fresh application when you need to change an approved scheme.
Use after approval when you need to make changes — window repositioning, layout tweaks, material changes, or condition variations.
TCPA 1990 Sections 73 & 96A
Use these tools to determine whether you need planning permission and which type of application to submit. Getting the consent route wrong wastes time and money. Check PD rights first, then consider whether prior approval or full planning is the better option.
Guidance to help you prepare — not formal planning advice. Check the current policy text and your council's local plan before relying on it.