Planning & Permissions

Before you break ground on your self-build or renovation, there's one hurdle that can make or break your timeline — planning permission. In this post, I share the most common mistakes homeowners make when applying (like poor drawings, missed policies, and neighbour objections), and how to avoid them. With 20+ years of hands-on experience, I explain what planning officers actually want to see — plus how to stay in control with the right process, timeline, and tools. This is yo