Storefront in Berkeley (of course it is Berkeley).
this post was submitted on 03 Oct 2025
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We have zoning and planning processes here in the UK too, called different things but doing the same job.
All building developments require planning permission.
This is required for construction of new property, extending and changing existing property, and changing the use of property, such as from commercial to residential or visa-versa.
As part of the planning process the authorities will look at what you intend to do, where you intend do do it, and ensure that makes sense. You can't just smack a huge store in a residential neighbourhood for example, nor can you buy up retail property on the cheap and turn it into apartments.
If we didn't have planning permission it would be an absolute nightmare.