Listing Gap Report

Guide · sales language

What “scope to extend STPP” usually means

On UK listings, scope to extend STPP is sales language, not a granted permission. It typically signals that any extension is speculative and would need council approval.

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Plain reading

STPP means subject to planning permission. The brochure is saying there is room (or a story) for an extension — not that permission already exists. Treat it as a possibility to verify, not a feature you can price in today.

Gaps

What the listing often leaves out

  • Whether any planning application or consent is on the council record for this address.
  • Whether the suggested works fit permitted development — or need a full application.
  • Constraints: conservation area, listed building, flats above/below, covenants, access.
  • Cost and disruption assumptions hidden behind “potential”.
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Questions to take to the viewing

  1. Has planning permission been sought or granted for an extension here? Can we see the reference?
  2. Is the “scope” the agent’s opinion, or based on drawings / a surveyor’s note?
  3. Any known restrictions (lease, freeholder consent, neighbours, conservation area)?
  4. If we ignore the extension story, does the home work for us as it stands?

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Informational only — not legal, planning, or valuation advice. Always verify with the agent, council, and your own surveyor.