Can I build a pond, path, decking or landscaping works without permission?
Yes. Provided that the ground level not be altered by more than 1 metre above or below the level of adjoining ground. Alteration of...
Can I build walls around my house without planning permission?
Yes, subject to: Not more than 2m high to the rear. Not more than 1.2 metres to the front or forward of the front of the house. (Page...
Can I build an extension to the front of my house without permission?
No. This is not exempted development (except the porch - for exemptions see page 158, Class 7 and Section 9).
Can I build an extension to the side of my house?
No. Not an exempted development. However an existing garage to the side may be converted (see Section 6).
Can I build a porch without permission?
Yes, provided that: Not less than 2 metres from roadway; Not more than 2sqm Height: 3m max for a Flat Roof, 4m max Pitched Roof. (see...
Can I build a garden shed on my property without permission?
Yes provided that: It is not forward of the front wall of the house; Not greater than 25sqm (or no. of sheds aggregated); 25sqm of garden...
Can I build a balcony/roof garden on my extension without permission?
No - specifically excluded from exemption by Part 1, Schedule 2, Column 2, Condition 7. (see page 156).
Can I convert my garage to living accommodation without permission?
Yes. Subject to the provisions of Part 1 of the 2nd Schedule to the Planning & Development Regulations 2001 N.B. Garage must be...
Can I build a window to the side of my extension?
Yes, providing the following guidelines are applied; Terraced and Semi-Detached Houses: Windows at ground floor level shall not be less...
