The detail.
Do not assume an existing office permission allows hotel use. The applicable planning route depends on the facts, local restrictions and any relevant permitted development rights.
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 existing lawful use, decision notices and conditions.
- Ask a planning adviser or local authority about the proposed change and associated works.
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.