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Check if you need planning permission

Find out about planning permission and whether you need it.

You may need planning permission to carry out building work.

  • Guidance on planning for householders

    Advice on whether you’ll need planning permission for your building works.

  • What is permitted development

    You don’t need planning permission for some building work.

  • Restrictions on permitted development (Article 4 Directions)

    Find out if you live in a part of Bristol that doesn't have permitted development rights and see where new Article 4 Directions are proposed.

  • Small changes to planning permission (non-material amendments)

    What to do if you want to make a small change to planning permission.

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      • Small changes to planning permission (non-material amendments)
    • Get advice before making an application
    • How to make an appeal on a planning decision
    • Report a breach of planning rules
    • Check if you need planning permission for solar panels
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