In addition to researching the planning policies that exist in your local authority, keep an eye out for an out-of-date local plan — it could be a golden opportunity!| Homebuilding
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| Homebuilding
The planning process can be an onerous affair so the more you know about it, the better equipped you’ll be. Follow these top tips to help you get the green light on your application| Homebuilding
Planning consultant, Simon Rix explains everything you need to know about pre-application advice including its pros, cons and when it makes good sense to use it| Homebuilding
If you want to get planning approval, knowing the considerations likely to win over planners in the area you want to build is essential, says planning consultant Ken Dijksman| Homebuilding
Gaining planning permission is a crucial stage of any self build and many extensions. Here, a former planning officer explains how the process works| Homebuilding
The revised National Planning Policy Framework sets out government's planning policies for England and how these are expected to be applied.| GOV.UK