Question 1

Do I need planning permission for a driveway in Sutton?

Accepted Answer

For most Sutton properties, no — provided the surface is permeable and doesn't drain onto the highway. Sutton Council follows the standard 2008 permitted development rules. We build the SUDS profile in as standard and give you the spec sheet. If you're in the Sutton Garden Suburb, Landseer, or Benhilton conservation areas we'll confirm the position before quoting — we'll typically ring Sutton planning to double-check rather than guess.

Question 2

How long does a driveway take on a typical Sutton semi?

Accepted Answer

A standard 2-car Sutton frontage — around 40–50m² — is usually 4 to 6 days from dig-out to final sweep. Resin-bound is a day or two faster because there's no jointing. We plan the skip and grab lorry around Sutton's residents' parking bays so nobody's blocked in, and Danny confirms the exact start the week before.

Question 3

How do dropped kerbs work with Sutton Council?

Accepted Answer

If there's no existing crossover we'll walk you through Sutton Council's vehicle crossover application before you commit. Sutton typically uses its own approved contractors for the kerb; we time our start around theirs so you're not living with a half-done frontage. Budget roughly £1,200–£2,000 — we'll price the exact kerb once the council issues its quote.

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