Single Storey Extensions

An extension or addition to your house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, provided certain limits and conditions are met. 1. On designated land cladding of any part of the exterior of a dwelling (and...

Erection of a Porch

Adding a porch to any external door of your house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, provided the following limits and conditions are met: 1. Ground area of the porch, measured externally not to exceed...

Outbuildings

Outbuildings are considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, provided all the conditions are met. 1. On designated land* outbuildings to the side of the house are not permitted development. 2. Outbuildings are not...

Loft Conversions (Roof extension)

A loft conversion for your house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, provided certain limits and conditions are met. 1. Loft conversions are NOT permitted development for houses on designated land*. 2. To be...

Do I need planning permission?

Most new buildings or major changes to existing buildings or to the local environment need consent ? known as planning permission. Without a planning system everyone could construct buildings or use land in any way they wanted, no matter what effect this wouldhave on...

Conservatory (single storey)

Adding a conservatory to a house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, provided these limits and conditions are met: 1. On designated land cladding of any part of the exterior of a dwelling (and extensions/...

Building Regulations – Overview

Building Regulations apply in England & Wales and promote standards for most aspects of a building’s construction, energy efficiency in buildings, the needs of all people, including those with disabilities, in accessing and moving around buildings. Do I need...