England Use Classes Order • Industrial
Use B2: Class B2 (General Industrial)
Use for industrial process other than one falling within Class E(g) (light industrial).
Use this overview to plan your research. Verify current requirements and site-specific conditions against the relevant primary sources. Read our data sources, coverage and limits guide.
Jurisdiction and source
This guide covers England. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have different use-class and permitted-development rules. A use class is not permission for building works or proof that a change is lawful at a particular site.
Use Classes Order — current legislation
Examples
- Heavy manufacturing
- Vehicle repairs (large)
- Engineering works
- Food and drink processing (substantial)
Potential change-of-use routes
No permitted changes are listed in this summary. Check the current rules for the jurisdiction and site before deciding whether permission is required.
Permission and prior-approval checks
No general B2-to-E right is established by this directory. Check the applicable Part 3 class and its limitations for the proposed change.
Design notes
Often requires Environmental Permit. Noise, vibration, air quality, and HGV movement assessments standard.
Questions
What is Use Class B2?
Use for industrial process other than one falling within Class E(g) (light industrial).
Can I change use without planning permission from Class B2?
No changes are listed in this summary. Check the current rules and site-specific restrictions with the planning authority.
Check use class against your site
Explore available planning constraints for the address, then verify the applicable use class and any restrictions with the planning authority.
Explore planning constraintsReview current plans and usage and source coverage for your project.
Related
Use E: Class E (Commercial, Business and Service)
Commercial
Use F.1: Class F.1 (Learning and Non-Residential Institutions)
Community
Use F.2: Class F.2 (Local Community)
Community
Use C1: Class C1 (Hotels)
Residential
Use C2: Class C2 (Residential Institutions)
Residential
Use C2A: Class C2A (Secure Residential Institutions)
Residential