Practical guidance on Permitted Development and householder projects in England — what the rules allow, what they limit, and what it means for your drawings.
Start with the PD guideOur detailed guidance pages, organised by the kind of project you are planning.
Permitted Development rulesThe limits that apply to each type of householder project.View articles 
ExtensionsSingle storey rear, side and two storey rear extensions.View articles 
Lofts and roofsLoft conversions, dormers and roof alterations.View articles 
Garden buildingsOutbuildings, garden rooms and garages.View articles 
Around the housePorches, conservatories, windows and doors.View articles 
Boundaries and outsideFences, walls, gates, patios and driveways.View articles From our Permitted Development and planning article library.
Flat owners have very few permitted development rights — extensions, loft conversions, and outbuildings all need planning permission. Find out what you can and can’t do.
Listed building consent is required for most works to a listed building — but some repairs and decorations are exempt. Find out what needs consent and how to apply.
New planning rules from July 2024 introduced a short-term let use class (Class C5) and a permitted development right. Find out what the rules mean for Airbnb-style holiday lets.
Whether a change of use needs planning permission depends on the use classes involved. Find out how the use classes system works and which changes are permitted development.
Converting a shop to residential use may be possible via Class MA Prior Approval. Find out when planning permission is required and how high street Article 4 Directions affect conversions.
Converting a house to an HMO is often permitted development — unless an Article 4 Direction applies. Find out when HMO planning permission is required and how to check your area.
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Our illustrated, practical guides help you understand the rules, explore design options and budget with confidence — before you commit to building work.
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Rules, design options, costs and next steps.
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Rules, design options, costs and next steps.
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Rules, design options, costs and next steps.
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Rules, design options, costs and next steps.
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