Building regulations approval in Kent: £360 plus £660 on full plans, £1,275 to regularise later, and councils now have 10 years to make you undo it.
Permitted development rights let a detached house extend 8m to the rear. The real limits, the £249 prior approval, the 42-day clock and where Kent differs.
Modern extensions are sealed tight to save heat, which can trap moisture and pollutants indoors. Five practical ways to keep the air fresh without compromising the design.
How to choose a conservatory installer in Kent: real costs, the FENSA and building regs rules that actually apply, and the questions to ask before you sign.
Do you need planning permission for a conservatory? The UK permitted development size limits, when you need an application, and when building regs apply.
An orangery guide covering cost, design, planning permission and building regulations, and how an orangery differs from a conservatory.
How to keep a conservatory warm in winter and cool in summer, from roof and glazing to heating and blinds, so you can use the room all year.
Conservatory roof options compared: glass vs polycarbonate vs solid tiled roofs, with costs, comfort, light and building regulations explained.
Conservatory vs orangery vs extension compared: how each is built, costs, year-round comfort, and the planning and building regs rules for Kent homes.
Do you need extension planning permission, or is it permitted development? The UK size, height and boundary rules that decide, in plain English.
