Permitted Development
What you can build without needing planning permission
Browse our free UK planning guides on permitted development below. Written in plain English for homeowners, self-builders, developers and planning professionals.
Permitted Development Rights Explained
A comprehensive guide to permitted development rights in England - what they allow, their limits, and when they do not apply.
4 min readWhat Can I Build Without Planning Permission?
A practical list of common home improvement projects you can carry out under permitted development rights without needing planning permission.
4 min readSingle Storey Extension: Permitted Development Rules
The specific permitted development rules for single storey rear and side extensions in England, including sizes, heights and conditions.
4 min readPermitted Development for Loft Conversions
The rules for converting your loft under permitted development, including volume limits, dormer restrictions and when you need planning permission.
3 min readOutbuildings, Sheds and Garages: Do You Need Planning Permission?
The permitted development rules for garden buildings, sheds, garages, summer houses and other outbuildings in England.
4 min readTwo Storey Extensions: Permitted Development Rules
The permitted development rules for two storey rear extensions in England, including size limits, height restrictions and notification requirements.
5 min readPermitted Development in Conservation Areas
What permitted development rights apply in conservation areas, what is restricted, and how Article 4 Directions can further limit what you can do.
5 min readDormer Windows and Roof Extensions: Planning Rules
The planning rules for dormer windows and roof extensions in England, including permitted development limits and when you need planning permission.
5 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for a Garden Room or Office?
The rules on building a garden room, home office, or studio in your garden - when it counts as permitted development and when you need planning permission.
3 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for Solar Panels?
The planning rules for installing solar panels on your roof or in your garden, including when permitted development applies and the exceptions to be aware of.
3 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for Decking?
The planning rules for building a deck in your garden - when it counts as permitted development, height limits, and what triggers a planning application.
3 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for a Porch?
The permitted development rules for building a porch, including size limits, height restrictions, and highway boundary distances.
3 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for a Fence or Wall?
The planning rules for garden fences, walls and gates - height limits, highway restrictions, and when you need planning permission.
3 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for a Swimming Pool?
The planning rules for building a swimming pool in your garden - when permitted development applies and what you need to consider.
3 min readDo I Need Planning Permission for an EV Charger?
The planning rules for installing an electric vehicle charging point at home - when permitted development applies and the conditions to meet.
3 min readPermitted Development Rights for Flats: What's Allowed?
What permitted development rights apply to flats and maisonettes - and why they are much more limited than for houses.
4 min readHot Tub Planning Permission: Do You Need It?
Whether you need planning permission for a hot tub in your garden, the permitted development rules that apply, and what to watch out for.
2 min readShipping Container Planning Permission
When placing a shipping container on your land requires planning permission, and the rules for using containers as storage, offices, or living accommodation.
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