Planning permission

Last updated: 2026-07-26

Planning permission can be “outline” (permission in principle, details to follow) or “full” (a complete, detailed scheme). It’s essential to check the local authority’s Local Plan and whether the plot sits within a Green Belt, where development is heavily restricted.

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