Extending the front of a house is one of the most misunderstood projects in UK home improvement, and most homeowners assume permitted development rights for householders will cover them — which, in the majority of cases, is mistaken. Work that pushes beyond the front...
The cost of appointing a party wall surveyor is important when budgeting for an extension, loft conversion, basement or structural alteration. In most cases, the building owner usually pays because they are carrying out and benefiting from the work. However, the...
Key Points The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 sets out specific notice periods that every building owner must follow before starting construction work that affects a shared wall, boundary or neighbouring structure. Getting these timescales right is essential, as serving...
Planning a house extension is one of the best investments you can make in your home. Before breaking ground, the first question most homeowners ask is whether they need permission from your local authority at all. For most people, the answer is no. Permitted...
Whether you need planning permission for an extension in the UK depends on the size, type, and location of the proposed extension. Many home extension projects qualify under permitted development rights — without the need to apply. However, extensions projecting...
