Do I need planning permission to build a porch, extension, conservatory, garden shed, put up a fence

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Do I need planning permission to build a porch, extension, conservatory, garden shed, put up a fence etc (anything domestic on a property or in the garden)?

This will depend on exactly what you want to do. You can fill in our householder enquiry form to provide the information we will need to answer your question, check out the latest changes in the planning regulations , use the interactive house tool or alternatively you can contact a planning officer by emailing planning.services@tendringdc.gov.uk or telephoning 01255 686161

Page Last Updated

21 October 2008