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Planning advice & drawing guides for homeowners.
Plain-English guides on planning permission, building regulations, permitted development, costs and design — written by the team at Draw and Plan.
61 articles. Open any to read the full guide.
What Is a Measured Building Survey? Everything Homeowners Need to Know
Jul 23, 2026
Can My Neighbour Stop Me Building an Extension?
Jul 17, 2026
Do You Need an ARB Registered Architect to Design Your Extension?
Jul 5, 2026
How Councils Assess the Impact of Extensions on Neighbouring Properties
Jun 27, 2026
Why Planning Drawings Are Not Suitable for Construction
Jun 21, 2026
Building Notice vs Full Plans: Which Building Control Route Is Right for Your Project?
Jun 12, 2026
Can I Start Building Before Building Regulations Approval Is Granted?
Jun 5, 2026
How Much Does a Loft Conversion Cost in London in 2026? A Complete Guide
May 29, 2026
Why Most Wraparound Extensions Are NOT Permitted Development (2026 Guide)
May 22, 2026
Planning Permission in Conservation Areas: What You Can (and Can’t) Do
May 8, 2026
What to Do When Planning Permission Is Refused (UK Guide)
May 1, 2026
What Happens After Planning Permission Is Approved in London? (Step-by-Step Guide)
Apr 24, 2026
Do I Need Building Regulations Drawings for My Extension? (UK Guide 2026)
Mar 21, 2026
Can Neighbours Object to My Planning Application?
Mar 15, 2026
How Much Does a House Extension Cost in London? (2026 Guide)
Mar 15, 2026
10 Common Design Mistakes in Home Renovations (And How to Avoid Them)
Feb 2, 2026
How Much Do Architectural Drawings Really Cost in 2026?
Jan 24, 2026
How to Design a Net Zero Carbon Home Extension in the UK (Complete 2026 Guide)
Jan 17, 2026
Flat Roof Drainage in the UK — The Complete Homeowner & Designer Guide
Jan 10, 2026
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Windows, Doors & Rooflights For Extensions and Loft Conversions
Jan 2, 2026
What Counts as the “Original House” in Permitted Development?
Dec 19, 2025
Permitted Development in 2025: What You Can Build Without Planning Permission
Dec 16, 2025
Is a Loft Conversion or Extension Better for ROI in 2025?
Dec 6, 2025
Planning Permission vs Building Regulations: A Complete Guide for Homeowners
Nov 28, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Bathroom Design in the UK
Nov 14, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Home Kitchen Design in the UK | 2025 Trends & Tips
Nov 7, 2025
The Ultimate Lighting Design Guide for Homes in the UK
Nov 3, 2025
How to Sell Part of Your Garden to a Developer — and Make Up to £200,000
Oct 23, 2025
How to Avoid Stress When Project Managing Your Own Home Extension
Oct 10, 2025
Choosing the Right Hot Water System for Your Home: Types, Placement, and Flue Considerations
Oct 9, 2025
How to Comply with Part L Building Regulations for New Build Dwellings in the UK
Sep 19, 2025
How to Navigate Local Planning Policy for Home Extensions in Greater London: A Borough-by-Borough Guide
Sep 17, 2025
The Drawings Required for Building Regulations Approval — And What They Should Contain
Sep 9, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Roof Types for UK Home Extensions — and How Warm vs Cold Roof Build-Ups Differ
Sep 1, 2025
Do I Need Planning Permission or Just Building Regulations Approval? — A Complete Guide for UK Homeowners
Aug 28, 2025
The Permitted Development Right to Add Another Storey: Your 2025 Guide
Aug 15, 2025
Understanding Part O of the UK Building Regulations: Preventing Overheating in Homes
Aug 8, 2025
Using Fallback Positions for Extensions and Conversions
Aug 1, 2025
The Complete Guide to Architectural Drawings for Planning Permission vs. Building Regulations
Jul 25, 2025
The Planning Loophole That Allows Sleeping Accommodation in Outbuildings (Transportable Sections)
Jul 21, 2025
Permitted Development for Change of Use: A Comprehensive Guide
Jul 4, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Retrospective Planning Permission Post 2024
Jul 1, 2025
10 Common Reasons Planning Permission Is Refused – And How to Avoid Them
Jun 20, 2025
Eco-Friendly Homebuilding and Renovation: Best Value-for-Money Measures
Jun 13, 2025
The Complete Guide to Building an Extension
Jun 9, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Flat Conversions
May 30, 2025
Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs): A Comprehensive Guide
May 26, 2025
Cost and Speed Comparison of Floor, Wall, and Roof Construction Methods for Home Extensions
May 19, 2025
The Role of a Structural Engineer in Home Extension Design: A Comprehensive Guide
May 7, 2025
Garden Rooms Construction Guide
Apr 29, 2025
A Guide to Building an Annexe
Apr 14, 2025
Build Over Agreements for Extensions: A Complete Guide
Apr 7, 2025
Accommodating New Stairs in a Loft Conversion: A Comprehensive Guide
Mar 28, 2025
How the Party Wall Affects Loft Conversions and Home Extensions
Mar 21, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Adding Value to a Home by Improvement
Mar 14, 2025
Navigating the Costs of Home Extensions in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide
Jan 26, 2025
Garage Conversion Ultimate Guide
Apr 30, 2024
The Pitfalls of Permitted Development for Houses
Nov 17, 2023
Tips for a Successful Loft Conversion
Nov 30, 2022
Tips for a Successful Home Extension Project
Nov 30, 2022
Planning Drawings for Beginners
Nov 30, 2022