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10 steps to your dream home

Self building could open the door to your bespoke home. We reveal the key steps to a custom build.   Find a building plot Tracking down the right site for your project can seem like a headache, but don’t panic … Continue reading

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Where to build your self build

  What Should You Look For? Self build can be a rewarding experience in all senses but be prepared to spend long, frustrating hours trawling websites and papers trying to track down the site for you. It’s extremely difficult to … Continue reading

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Beginner’s Guide to Planning Permission

What is planning permission? Construction of new buildings and extensive changes to existing buildings usually requires consent from the local planning authority. This planning system is designed to control inappropriate development. When do I need planning permission? Anything that involves … Continue reading

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Finding a plot

This can be very easy if you or your family already own a suitable piece of land, or it may take years of effort if you have geographical or budgetary constraints. Some methods for plot hunting include networking (for example, … Continue reading

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