# What planning use class is a hair or beauty salon?

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A typical hair or beauty salon in England generally falls within Class E, usually E(c)(iii) for services in a commercial, business or service locality.

## The detail.

The services actually provided and the location matter. Medical or health services have their own provision in Class E(e).

This guidance applies to England. The lawful use, conditions, any proposed works and the facts of the operation should be checked for each property.

## What to check.

-   Check the lawful use, existing conditions and the lease.
-   Consider ventilation, plumbing, access and any changes to the frontage.

A planning adviser or the local planning authority can advise on the specific property and proposal.

## Sources.

-   [Planning Portal: use classes in England](https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/common-projects/change-of-use/use-classes/)
-   [GOV.UK: when is permission required?](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/when-is-permission-required)

Sources reviewed 6 November 2026. General information, not a planning opinion.

## Related questions.

-   [What is Class E planning use?](https://rivermarkproperty.com/guides/planning-use-classes/class-e/)
-   [What planning use class is a shop?](https://rivermarkproperty.com/guides/planning-use-classes/shop/)
-   [What planning use class is a medical clinic?](https://rivermarkproperty.com/guides/planning-use-classes/medical-clinic/)
-   [What happened to Class D1 planning use?](https://rivermarkproperty.com/guides/planning-use-classes/class-d1/)

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