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Can I build a house in my garden?
Planning Hub If you're asking yourself 'can I build a house in my garden', and how to go about gaining planning permission, planning consultant Ken Dijksman explains all
Building a New Home in the Countryside: Paragraph 79 Guide
Planning Hub The Paragraph 79 clause of the National Planning Policy Framework, could be just the ticket to building a home in the countryside. Find out how it works
Retrospective Planning: What Does the Process Involve?
Planning Hub What is retrospective planning and why might you need it? Planning consultant Simon Rix explains all
Planning Permission for Sheds: When Should You Seek Approval?
Planning Hub Planning permission for sheds is not always required but there are instances where it may be needed — we guide you through what you need to know
Conservation Areas: A Useful Guide
Planning Hub We explain the implications of designing a home in a conservation area and how to carefully plan your application
Do Designated Areas Make Good Building Plots?
Planning Hub Plots in designated areas, such as an AONB or Conservation Area, hold strong appeal to self builders - but can you actually get permission from the local planners to build?
