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When installing an air source heat pump, planning permission can sometimes be required. Although many installations fall under permitted development rights, there are strict conditions around location, noise levels, and proximity to boundaries. That’s where our expert planning drawings come in.
We produce accurate, detailed plans that meet your local authority’s requirements, helping you secure planning approval without delays.
Planning drawings are clear, precise documents showing the proposed installation of your air source heat pump. They include the position of the unit on your property, distance from neighbours, and any acoustic screening or design considerations required by your local council.
Planning drawings for air source heat pumps are ideal for:
They typically include:

All planning conditions and permitted development limits are considered to reduce the risk of refusal.

Clear, compliant drawings give your local authority confidence to approve quickly.

Plans account for accessibility, maintenance, and acoustic considerations.

Our online service keeps prices lower than traditional architects, without compromising quality.
So, how does it all work? Generally, it all starts with a survey. That could be arranging for a member of the team to visit your property and carry out a full property survey, or for even easier results, we can also work with what we call a self survey.
Simply draft a quick sketch of the floorplan and your idea added onto it and the dimensions of the rooms, and we’ll take care of the rest.
We’ll sketch out our ideas, arrange a chat to run through everything with you in detail, and then get to work on producing your highly detailed architectural drawings ready for the next stage in the process (where we can help with planning and building control approvals too!)
Planning drawings show what you want to do. Building regulations drawings show how it will be done safely. Together, they ensure your air source heat pump is not only approved but also installed correctly and legally.
Before we produce your planning drawings, you may need to provide:
Confirmation of planning requirements from your local authority
Manufacturer’s details of the proposed heat pump
Site measurements (self-survey or survey by our team)
Information on finishes or acoustic enclosures (if applicable)
Every project is different. Some heat pump installations are straightforward, others need detailed plans to meet planning and building control requirements.
Get in touch today and we’ll guide you through exactly what you need.
At Online Drawing UK, we specialise in creating planning permission drawings for renewable energy projects like air source heat pumps.
Our team of architects, designers, and project managers deliver professional, affordable drawings that meet council requirements across the UK.
We’re quicker, cheaper, and more efficient than traditional architects, without compromising compliance or quality.
Wherever you are in the UK, we’ll help you get your heat pump project approved and ready to install.
Here are some examples of the end product of our work.
If you would like to see more there are plenty here

We used Chris and his team to create both sets of drawings for our extension and the service we have received has been fantastic.

Excellent Service – Fast, Cheap and reliable! Would highly recommend.
Not always. Many installations are allowed under permitted development rights. However, factors like property type, boundary distances, conservation area status, and noise levels can mean full planning permission is required.
The key requirements include: only one unit per property, not on a principal elevation facing a highway, at least one metre from the boundary, and meeting strict noise limits. Our team can check your eligibility before producing drawings.
If planning permission was required and you install without it, the council could issue an enforcement notice requiring removal. Having accurate drawings and approvals avoids this risk.
Most local authorities take around 8 weeks to decide on an application. Having clear, compliant drawings helps avoid delays and requests for additional information.
Yes. We can submit on your behalf, monitor progress, and respond to council queries, making the process as smooth as possible.
Usually a simple sketch of your property, the location of the proposed heat pump, and the manufacturer’s details. For more complex projects, we may also need a survey.
Absolutely. We produce both planning drawings and building regulation drawings, ensuring your installation is approved and built safely.
Costs vary depending on complexity, but our online service is far more affordable than traditional architects. Get in touch for a free no-obligation quote.