This simple visual guide outlines common household projects. Links to further information will take you to the Planning Portal's Building Work & Greener Homes sections.

Requires Flash. Download the free plug-in from Adobe. The guide will take around 30 seconds to load on a broadband connection. It will open in a new window that you may need to resize.

Alternatively, a text only HTML version is available here.

Please note: This is an informal guide to planning permission and building regulations for householders. Questions regarding specific situations or applications should be addressed to your local authority. Please check with your local  authority before starting any work.