Information for homeowners
Do I need Planning Permission?
Planning Permission is the first stage in a building project and is separate from Building Regulations approval. It relates to the siting, design, size, height and bulk of a development and its impact on neighbouring properties and the surrounding area.
Your project may need either Planning Permission or Building Regulations approval, or both so please check carefully before you start any work.
Applications for Planning Permission are assessed against national and local planning policies. A good starting point is the The Planning Portal interactive house which offers useful general guidance on whether your project is likely to need Planning Permission.
We would always recommend that you check with your local council planning department too: