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Changes to Permitted Development Rights
New Rules for Home Improvements
New permitted development rules have been introduced by the Government from 1st October 2008. These changes mean that many homeowners will no longer need to apply for planning permission to extend their homes.
The Government has introduced changes to Permitted Development in an attempt to reduce the amount of red tape for householders seeking to improve their homes.
Permitted development governs the changes that can be made to an existing house without the need for a planning application to be submitted to the local planning authority. This does not affect the need for building regulations approval.
An illustrative guide to the new rules is attached.
You can also use the Interactive House Guide 
(Adobe Flash required) on the Planning Portal to find out more about whether your plans for your home require planning permission; and where applicable the rules and requirements are fully explained.
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