The Government has revised documents to highlight that customers installing Solar thermal or photovoltaic modules using companies which are members of the Competent Person Scheme and MCS approved, can allow them to self-certify all aspects of installation including roof structure. The government's streamlined planning rules for small-scale rooftop solar installations mean that only protected properties have to apply for specific planning permission when installing new modules. For the full-story see the link below.
http://www.businessgreen.com/bg/news/2096811/installers-claim-victory-solar-planning-battle