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It’s been six months since new planning regulations introduced by Housing and Planning Minister Caroline Flint, have been in effect. Designed to cut red-tape surrounding home improvements these new regulations have meant that since October 2008 the majority of homeowners, looking to make standard improvements to their homes, have not needed planning permission.

It was estimated that this legislation would save the nation up to £50m by removing approximately 80,000 householder applications from the planning system each year. Also, many people extending their homes will no longer be expected to pay additional council tax as a result.

The changes were introduced with the aim of reducing the stress and the cost associated with extending your home and relieving the pressure on the housing market. Minister Caroline Flint said at the time: “Often people grow out of the family home, but now those who don’t really want to move will find it easier to improve instead.”

Before embarking on any improvement project it is always advisable to check whether you will require planning permission. Click here   to find out more and to see which improvements you can make to your home, without the need for planning permission.
Alternatively you can visit the governments Planning Portal for more info