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Planning Portal's Interactive House and Mini Guides provide a clearer understanding of the planning and building rules relating to many projects in a typical home.
Planning Portal Mini Guides help you understand what work you are able to do under permitted development rights, before starting a building project.
Visual explanations
Illustrated planning rules
Topic-based guides
Covering the six most common projects
Easy to understand
Clearly explained guidance
What You’ll Find
Visual explanations
Explore detailed illustrations that show the planning rules that apply to different areas of your property.
What You’ll Find
Topic-Based Guides
From porches to garages, fences to solar panels—get tailored guidance on specific types of home improvements.
What You’ll Find
Easy to Understand
No jargon, just clear, helpful advice aligned with planning laws in England.
What You’ll Find
Always Up to Date
Our guides reflect the most recent planning regulations and policy updates.
Planning Portal
Apply online
Before starting your project, it's important to check whether you need planning permission, building regulations approval, or both. These are separate applications, you can apply for each through the Planning Portal’s online service.
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