Class Q – Agricultural Buildings to Dwellinghouses Guidance 2024

Class Q allows the conversion of agricultural buildings to dwellinghouses subject to certain conditions and limitations.

This guidance will explain how existing agricultural buildings qualify for Class Q, the limitations and scope of the permitted development right and the process for obtaining consent from the local planning authority.

The guidance will also provide information on strategies to make best use of the permitted development right and highlight relevant points to consider when seeking to convert an agricultural building.