dpbolton   10 #1 Posted May 1, 2017 Hello forum users,  I'm wondering about planning permission regarding placing a static caravan on my driveway.  I have only one neighbour across the road overlooking my driveway and could hide it reasonably well with a fence leaving enough room for 2 cars at the front of the driveway. I don't think they would object if I had a chat before making any solid plans.  The caravan would be accommodation for my brother while he saves for a mortgage for a few years to get him out of crippling rent payments. He would have access to the house and its amenities to remove the issue of it being a separate dwelling but would be sleeping and mostly living in the caravan.  It is just a far cheaper and less stressful option than building a single story extension on the side of the house.  Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Danny_Boy   10 #2 Posted May 1, 2017 Get a touring caravan, that way when he leaves you or he can use it for holidays, it is less likely to pee your neighbours off and it'll be just as comfortable as a static if not a little smaller. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
dan2802 Â Â 53 #3 Posted May 1, 2017 Get a touring caravan, that way when he leaves you or he can use it for holidays, it is less likely to pee your neighbours off and it'll be just as comfortable as a static if not a little smaller. Â Agree with the above. A fixed bed tourer would be fine for a single guy with no mucking about making up a bed every night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Chez2 Â Â 10 #4 Posted May 1, 2017 You can get some quite large tourers. I agree, its a much better option than a static. Make sure you get a more modern one that is well insulated for winter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
dpbolton   10 #5 Posted May 1, 2017 Thanks for your replies, very useful advice. I'll do some shopping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Annie Bynnol   596 #6 Posted May 1, 2017 It is perfectly legal to park a static van or caravan in your drive (within the curtilage your dwelling) to be used as an annex by friends and family.  It must be used as an annex or ancillary to the house which is where the problem arises with touring caravans and you may have to prove that the caravan is not being used for "independent living". No rent etc. Services are shared. No separate bills for services.  Council tax is not payable. No adjustments can be made be made to road access without permission.  Local rules and bylaws apply particularly if near National Parks etc. Shared drives- no. Check leasehold, deeds, mortgage, insurance rules etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Tanktwo   10 #7 Posted May 8, 2017 You do need to check up as Annie has said. I own my home freehold, but there is a covenant that does not allow the parking of caravans or vans over a certain weight on the drive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...