Planning use classes in Wales

Planning use classes are the legal framework which determines what a particular property may be used for by its lawful occupants. Planning is a policy area devolved in Wales.[1]

As of June 2026, the use classes in Wales are:[2]

  • A1 - Shops
  • A2 - Financial and professional services
  • A3 - Food and drink
  • B1 - Business
  • B2 - General industrial
  • B8 - Storage or distribution
  • C1 - Hotels
  • C2 - Residential institutions
  • C3 - Dwellinghouses
  • C4 - Houses in multiple occupation
  • D1 - Non-residential institutions
  • D2 - Assembly and leisure
  • Unique use - does not fall within any use class

See also

References

  1. ^ "Town and country planning". Law Wales. Retrieved 15 June 2026.
  2. ^ "Planning permission: use classes (change of use)". GOV.WALES. Retrieved 15 June 2026.
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