EV charger and heat pump planning rule changes enter into force

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Rule changes mean businesses and individuals can install EV chargers without applying for planning permission, while a one metre distance rule for heat pumps has also been removed

Businesses and drivers no longer need planning permission to install private or public electric vehicle (EV) charge points on their premises under rule changes which have come into force today. The...

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