Homeowners guide to permitted development

Permitted development rights allow you to make minor changes to your home without needing full planning permission. These rights are subject to size, height, and location limitations, particularly in restricted areas like conservation areas or on listed buildings.

The following guidance will help you understand if and when you need planning permission to carry out works to your home.

Exceptions to permitted development:

• Listed Building consent is always required for any alterations to a listed property
• if you live in a conservation area, seek guidance from the planning office before doing work on your property
• permitted development rights do not apply for an extension to a flat or a residential property in multiple occupancy
• permitted development rights may not apply to some new residential properties - the relevant planning approval carefully for any restrictions

If you think your planned works are eligible for permitted development, you can apply for a Certificate of Lawful Proposed Use or Development (CLOPUD). It is not a necessity but may be helpful if selling the property as conveyancing solicitors usually require evidence that minor works are lawful.