In short, PD allows homeowners to extend and make alterations to their homes without having to apply for full planning permission. This can be confusing so we have highlighted some points which you may want to keep in mind if you are considering gaining approval via PD. Are you eligible for Permitted Development Rights? The rights cover terraced, detached and semi-detached properties. Restrictions do apply if you live within a conservation area, own a listed building or live

You can extend your home in several different directions. This could be building up into the loft, excavating down to create a basement, or extensions to the front, side or rear. A lot of home owners choose the latter because it can transform the entire property. There are lots of potential design ideas for rear extensions. A sensitive extension If you plan to use your permitted development rights to create the extension, you need to ensure it is sensitive to the main buildin

As you look out your window on these cold, snowy winter days, it probably doesn’t feel like you should be thinking about extending your home. However, now is exactly the right time to start the process to be finished during the summer. Unfortunately, the weather here in the UK is not the most conducive for external works from late October through until about February or March – as there are more rainy days and less daylight hours. At Thames Design & Build we usually advise cl