The detail.
C1 also covers boarding and guest houses where no significant element of care is provided; it excludes hostels. Restaurants, bars or other facilities can raise separate questions depending on the overall use.
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.
- Review the planning history and any conditions for the property.
- Consider room layout, servicing, licensing and whether proposed works need consent.
A planning adviser or the local planning authority can advise on the specific property and proposal.
Sources.
Sources reviewed 6 November 2026. General information, not a planning opinion.