UK Planning Guide provides clear guidance on planning permission rules for common home improvement projects including loft conversions, extensions, garden rooms and outbuildings.
Our structured guidance explains national permitted development rules and links to official council planning resources so homeowners can understand planning requirements before starting a project.
Explore planning permission guidance for the most common types of home improvement projects.
Permitted development rules, height limits and local restrictions for garden rooms and outbuildings.
Permitted development rules, volume limits and local planning restrictions for loft conversions.
Planning rules can vary between councils due to local planning policies, conservation areas and Article 4 directions. Select a region below to browse local planning guidance.
Planning rules can vary between councils due to local planning policies, conservation areas and Article 4 directions. Our location pages summarise council-specific considerations alongside national planning guidance.
Select a project type above to view planning guidance organised by region and council area.
Many home improvement projects fall under permitted development rights, meaning planning permission may not be required if specific size and design limits are followed.
However, planning permission may still be required where properties are located in conservation areas, where Article 4 directions apply, or where developments exceed permitted development limits.
UK Planning Guide summarises these rules to help homeowners understand the key planning considerations before starting a project.
Browse some commonly searched planning permission guidance pages across UK council areas.
Council planning websites often present guidance across multiple documents and technical planning policies. UK Planning Guide organises planning information into clear summaries so homeowners can quickly understand the rules that apply to their project.
Each page references official planning resources including council planning portals, conservation area guidance and Article 4 direction information.
Our goal is to provide structured, easy-to-understand guidance that helps homeowners plan projects correctly before construction begins.