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Do you need planning permission for your home improvement project?

You may not need to apply for planning permission if your project falls under permitted development rights.  

Find out if your project requires planning permission, falls under permitted development, or needs building regulations approval by browsing our common project guides, which explain the key rules and limits of over 60 home improvements, including extensions, loft conversions, and outbuildings.

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    The Planning Portal is delivered by PortalPlanQuest Limited which is a joint venture between TerraQuest Solutions Limited and the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG). All content © 2026 Planning Portal.