Planning Hub

Planning Hub We explain the implications of designing a home in a conservation area and how to carefully plan your application

Planning Hub There are a couple of key rules you need to be aware of to stay on the right side of the law when creating an annexe, says planning consultant Ken Dijksman

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?

Planning Hub Find out when a planning consultant might be worth bringing on board your project. Plus, where to find a good one and how much to expect to pay

Planning Hub Don’t overlook the attached planning conditions in the euphoria of gaining planning approval. Failure to discharge conditions can invalidate the permission for your build — ignore them at your peril!

Planning Hub How to find a self build plot in a rural area that will pass planning becomes easier if you know what's important under national and local policy. And sustainable development is right up there

Planning Hub Once the initial despair of planning permission refusal has subsided, should you alter your design or launch a planning appeal?

Planning Hub Planning rules for a two storey extension are important to know. From size rules to choosing the right application to submit, our guide covers all you need to know

Planning Hub Site access and parking are two critical areas to consider and assess when building a new home. Make sure you understand any planning conditions linked to access rights with our need-to-know-guide

Planning Hub Understanding the rules around securing planning permission to demolish and rebuild is essential to make sure you don't waste money on a plot you can't develop