Shed and Summerhouse Planning Permission: The Rules
Sheds and summerhouses are almost always permitted development. Here are the exact height limits, the 50% curtilage rule, and when you do need planning permission.
Garden Office Planning Permission: Do You Need It?
A garden office is almost always permitted development — no planning permission needed. Find out what building regs apply and how to connect power and broadband.
Outbuilding Size and Height Limits: Permitted Development Rules
Outbuildings must stay under 4m ridge height, 2.5m eaves, and 3m if flat-roofed. Every height and size limit explained — including the 2m boundary rule.
Garden Room Permitted Development: Size, Height and Planning Rules
Garden rooms are usually permitted development under Part 1, Class E — but size, height and position all matter. Here are the full rules and when you need planning permission.
Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversion: PD Rules and Costs
A hip-to-gable loft conversion is usually permitted development on detached and semi-detached houses. Learn the PD rules, volume limits, and typical costs for 2025.
Kitchen Extension Permitted Development: Rules and Costs
Most kitchen extensions are permitted development under the 4m/3m rule. Roof options, bifold doors, the 8m scheme, and typical costs explained.
Basement Extension Planning Permission: Rules and Costs
Basement extensions usually need planning permission. Converting an existing cellar may not. Rules, London policies, Party Wall Act, and typical costs.
Wraparound Extension: Planning Permission Rules
Wraparound extensions combine rear and side extensions in an L-shape. Most need planning permission. When they can be PD and how to get them approved.
Larger Home Extension Scheme: The 8m Rule Explained
The Larger Home Extension Scheme allows single-storey rear extensions up to 8m (detached) or 6m with neighbour notification. How the process works and what neighbours can object to.
Two-Storey Rear Extension: Planning Permission Rules
Two-storey rear extensions always need planning permission — they are not permitted development. How the application works, the 45-degree rule, and design considerations.


