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Are you renovating your home and looking to add a veranda so you can enjoy the outdoors all year round? Wondering if you need planning permission for this? The aim of this article is to give you all the information you need to install your veranda legally in Belgium.<\/p>\n
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In Wallonia, you won’t always need planning permission for a new<\/strong> veranda <\/strong>, as the Cwatupe<\/a> (Walloon Code for Town and Country Planning, Heritage and Energy) provides for a simplified procedure for certain types of work. Good news: building a veranda<\/a> is one of them.<\/p>\n This procedural facility (known as the “d\u00e9claration urbanistique”) allows work to be carried out without planning permission, provided that a declaration is sent to your local authority and the latter gives its approval.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.verandair.com\/en\/patio-cover\/” button_text=”Discover our verandas” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Obviously, certain conditions will have to be met<\/strong> for the commune to give its consent. These include<\/p>\n There are no special conditions regarding materials to be used or prohibited.<\/p>\n To find out more about the conditions to be met, visit the Wallonia portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It should be noted that communes can also add their own conditions<\/strong>, and subdivisions often have their own rules. And if a town planning declaration is not an option, you’ll need to apply for planning permission…<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.verandair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/veranda-retractable-2.jpeg” alt=”Retractable veranda for private terrace Verandair” title_text=”veranda-retractable-2″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n The legislation is simpler than in Wallonia, since although the Cobat<\/a> (Brussels Planning Code) also defines works for which a simplified procedure exists, the construction of a veranda<\/a> is not one of them.<\/p>\n In other words, if you want to build a veranda<\/a> in the Brussels Region, you ‘ll always need planning permission<\/strong>. The permit must be issued by your local authority, and you’ll always need an architect (unless the extension is less than 6m\u00b2).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n In Flanders, the rules are different again. Indeed, since December 1\u1d49\u02b3, 2010, it is no longer compulsory to obtain planning permission for verandas measuring up to 4m<\/strong>.<\/p>\n However, if your veranda is to be used as a dwelling, you’ll need to make a town-planning declaration<\/strong> to your local authority. This declaration is applicable if :<\/p>\n If your project does not meet these conditions, you must apply for a municipal permit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.verandair.com\/en\/contact\/” button_text=”Are you planning a veranda? Let's discuss it!” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n To obtain a permit to build a veranda<\/a>, you’ll need to contact the local authority<\/strong> where your home is located. The communal college is responsible for issuing this type of permit.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You’ll need to submit a dossier including plans, photos, details of the work<\/strong>, etc. describing your project and its place in the environment. If you use the services of an architect, he or she can take care of these formalities for you.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The deadline for a decision<\/strong> by the local council for this type of request is generally 30 days<\/strong>. However, this period may be extended if special measures or advice are required.<\/p>\n Once the permit has been issued, you can start building your veranda<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.verandair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Veranda-Gerome-4.jpg” title_text=”Veranda-G\u00e9r\u00f4me-4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\nWhat are the conditions for building a veranda in the Walloon Region?<\/h3>\n
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What about Walloon municipal bylaws?<\/h3>\n
Building a veranda in the Brussels Region<\/h2>\n
Veranda construction in Flanders<\/h2>\n
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How do I obtain planning permission for a veranda?<\/h2>\n
What must an application for planning permission contain?<\/h3>\n
How long does it take to apply for planning permission for a veranda?<\/h3>\n
Do you need an architect to build a veranda?<\/h3>\n