The research is all done and we’ve uncovered at least 21 house renovation projects you can tackle to upgrade your home without going through the painful planning permission process. Take a look at the list below.
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9. Decking
Decking is a great way to add a modern and practical outdoor floor, particularly if you’re looking for a project that’s quick, easy and DIY-friendly. If it’s not raised more than 30cm from the ground level and won’t cover more than 50% of your garden, then this is an incredibly straightforward job that won’t require planning permission. Perfect for the summer! Photo: Russell Jones.
10. Installing Solar Panels.
Renewable energy is fantastic for cutting bills, reducing your carbon footprint and some may say, is the future for energy in general. Luckily, solar panels don’t require planning permission and can be installed under “permitted developments” alike. Photo: Russell Jones.
11. Single-Storey Extensions
Much like garages and outbuildings, many single-storey extensions are treated in a similar way and can be done under the same “permitted developments”. The rules for a single-storey extension state that the new-build must not extend more than 6m from the rear wall of the original house, or 8m for a detached house. Likewise, it should also not exceed 4m in height.
Side-extensions are also included within these same “permitted development rights”, although should be no more than half the width of the original house, and 4m high. Photo: Russell Jones.
12. Two Storey Extensions.
Surprisingly, some two-storey extensions may also be excluded from planning permission. For this, your two-storey extension is required to be no more than 3m deep from the rear wall of the original house and it must also be no higher than the original house too. No balconies may be permitted and the materials used must match the original house. Photo: Russell Jones.