Ask an Expert

New permitted development rules introduced by the Government in October 2008 mean many homeowners will no longer need to apply for planning permission to extend their homes.

The changes reduce the need for people to apply for planning permission for straightforward home improvements such as loft conversions or extensions (this does not affect the need for building regulations approval).

If you are thinking about extending, converting or improving your own home consult one of the Planning Portal's experts at the Homebuilding and Renovating show, stand D197 - NEC Birmingham, 19 - 22 March 2009.

Find out about the new planning rules and how they will affect your building project.  Bring your plans, outline drawings or just your ideas and speak to local authority building control and planning experts from the Planning Portal. The following free 20 minute sessions worth £150 are available, email events@planningportal.gov.uk to book your slot now.

The Ask an Expert slots are now full.  We apologise for any inconvenience however we are in the process of arranging another event in the near future so if you would like to come along to our next event, please contact us with your contact details at the following email address: events@planningportal.gov.uk

If you have an urgent query in the meantime please contact one of our Experts at Expert@planningportal.gov.uk who will do their best to assist you with your enquiry.

We will be at the Homebuilding and Renovating Show between Thursday 19 - Sunday 22 March at D197.

We look forward to seeing you at the Show!

If you are a planning professional you should view details of our professional training workshops.