New rules regulating the sub-division of houses have been published by the Council.

The planning guidance says that sub-divided dwellings must:
* provide adequate internal space;
* are of a suitable layout;
* have acceptable amounts of internal and external storage space;
* have acceptable levels of facilities;
* do not have an adverse impact on the amenity of neighbouring residents;
* have acceptable access; and
* are designed and built to a high standard of sustainability.

The full document can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/sub-divide-York