Utility door

Matt666

Good afternoon everyone.

Would anyone be able to advise me about little problem I have?

I want to completely block my utility door. I have detached house with 4 external doors and the one in utility is old and drafty. I want to get rid of it and I'm wondering do I need planning permission to do this. I'm attaching a plan of my house with all doors highlighted.

I would appreciate if someone could help out.

Regards Matt

DOCARCH

As it would appear to be at the back of the house, I would suggest no, you don't need planning permission to block it up.

Matt666

It is at the back of the house. The house itself is out in the country (no neighbors around) Thank you Docarch for your reply.

Deeec

An external door entry into to a utility room is very useful. Great for bringing washing out to line, entering the house after doing a muddy walk or job etc. If it's drafty a better option might be to replace the door.

Matt666

Deeec I have 4 external door and the one in utility isn't used at all. I have lovely decking on the other side which I use for laundry. Blocking it would also free up some space on the wall for bits and pieces.

muffler

I agree with both replies above and I would also suggest replacing the door rather than removing it and building up the ope. It would be just as cheap. Also if it's in a rural location then most likely it is the door that would be used the most. No planning required should you decide to close it.

Matt666

Thank you lads 🙏