Do I need planning permission to create a vehicular access onto a public highway?
A. In general, if the adjacent highway is an unclassified highway, creating a vehicular access is permitted development. However, if for example you are within a conservation area or have a listed wall, you may need planning permission. For highways with a higher category than unclassified you most probably require planning permission. The planning authority can advise you on whether you need planning permission.
