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Living in the UK

2. HOUSING

2.4. Planning permission


If you want to make your house bigger or change your house – you must check with the council before you start building.  

How does it work ?

  • Tell the Council what you want to do to your house. The Council will tell you what you must do. 


  • You might have to make a planning application.  


  • If your application is OK, the Council will give you planning permission. Then you can start changing your house.




How do I apply ?

  • Most planning and building control applications are submitted online.