Planning use classes are the legal framework which determines what a particular property may be used for by its lawful occupants. Planning is a policy area devolved in Wales.
As of June 2026, the use classes in Wales are: A1 - Shops A2 - Financial and professional services A3 - Food and drink B1 - Business B2 - General industrial B8 - Storage or distribution C1 - Hotels C2 - Residential institutions C3 - Dwellinghouses C4 - Houses in multiple occupation D1 - Non-residential institutions D2 - Assembly and leisure Unique use - does not fall within any use class
See also Planning use classes in England
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