Planning application checklist – step by step
From pre-application advice to completion certificate: drawings, fees, the 8-week decision period, Building Regulations and time limits.
Reading time about 6 minutes
The steps
A householder application is usually decided within 8 weeks of validation.
Building Regulations are separate
Planning decides what you may build; Building Regulations decide how it is built safely. You need Building Control approval or an approved inspector for structure, fire, insulation and drainage.
Frequently asked questions
How long does planning permission last?
Normally three years from the decision date to begin the work.
Rules change and are applied locally. Always check with your local planning authority and Building Control before you build.