What type of work requires planning permission?
New buildings, major alterations or enlargement of existing buildings and changes in use of buildings and land is defined as development, and will normally require planning permission. Before any work or change in use is undertaken you are advised to contact the Planning and Development Control service for advice using the contact details at the bottom of this page. Some house alterations, minor extensions, and telecommunication developments benefit from these rights which mean that planning permission is granted by national legislation without the need to apply to the council. However, you should always check with the council’s building control service to see whether the works you wish to undertake need to comply with the Building Regulations. Many alterations need to comply with the Building Regulations even though they do not need planning permission. Visit our ‘Do I need planning permission’ page for further information.
