Q. Do I need planning permission to build an :Extension, Loft Conversion, Garage convert, House into flats convert, A house into-home.
A. Yes, Most of the time you probably will, You should apply for planning permission prior to any construction work.
In some instances you can build within your permitted development, but this still requires you to obtain a Lawful Development Certificate. You will also need to inform Building Control Department prior to any construction work.

Q. Do I need drawings and plans before I go out to tender?
A.Yes, you should try to produce some sort of drawing or sketch layout of what you want to build or alter and a brief specification of the works to give to the contractor when he arrives to carry out the survey.

Q. I want to carry out some internal structural alterations, Do i need planning permission?
Example: Knock through lounge,Take out Chimney breast.
A. NO, But you will need to inform The Building Control Department of your local council and produce structural calculations to show how you are going to support the floors /roof etc.

Q. What type of grants are there and for what type of work?
A. Insulating your loft,central heating, disability-bathrooms –ramps-lifts dilapidation’s