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Keeping your neighbours sweet when applying for planning isn't a legal requirement but is absolutely worth it, and here's why
Navigating planning approval for an extension or self build is likely to mean getting your neighbours on side. Here’s how to build a harmonious relationship
Change of use — 'How we turned designated commercial land into a residential plot for a family home'
If you've found a plot but you need to apply for change of use, building expert Mark Stevenson explains what's involved and how he successfully obtained permission to do just that
Planning permission for sheds: When you should 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
What is Approved Document P? The building regulations you need to know when electrical work is involved
Our build expert, Mark Stevenson, takes a deep dive into the building regulations covering electrical work during a self build, renovation or extension
Top 15 most confusing property terms in the UK revealed
A study has revealed what Brits Google the most when it comes to properties. Do you know what all these terms mean?
Councils rebel against Labour’s 'undemocratic' planning reforms
Councils across England unite against Labour’s planning reforms, warning of threats to democracy, local control, and the countryside
Renovation on hold: Why 2025 has become the hardest year to improve your home
Soaring material costs, falling planning approvals, and rising labour wages make 2025 the toughest year for home improvements in a decade
Planning bill U-turn: What it means for Britain’s greenbelt
Stronger environmental rules could reshape timelines, costs, and risks for developers near protected land
