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Feb 8, 2025 | 
self-build.co.uk | Sander Tel |Martin Gaine |Alan Tierney |Julia Riddle
Increasing your property’s usable floorspace with a garage conversion, or turning a detached structure into a home, could be one of the best routes to a new, multifunctional space.
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Jan 30, 2025 | 
self-build.co.uk | Julia Riddle |Rebecca Foster |Mark Stevenson
Planning expert Julia Riddle reveals how Class Q permitted development rights can make it easier to convert a barn or agricultural building into a bespoke, countryside home Class Q is the provision that allows for the change of use of an agricultural building to a residential property, without the need for full planning permission. These allowances have been in place for some years now, however the parameters of what can be achieved have changed over time, giving greater development...
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Jul 3, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Chris Batesmith |Rebecca Foster |Self-Build Zone |Julia Riddle
Good housing is vital to the UK economy and the foundation of a happy life. With the election almost upon us, how do the major parties intend to deliver more, better quality homes and improve choice in the housing market?
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Jun 29, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Julia Riddle |Martin Gaine |Self-Build Zone |Chris Batesmith
Clubbing together with other prospective self builders to create your new homes on one site could save you money on plots and construction.
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Apr 5, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Sander Tel |Julia Riddle |Chris Batesmith |Emily Brooks
Biodiversity net gain (BNG) laws have been introduced by the government throughout England to ensure that housebuilding developments do not damage wildlife habitats. BNG aims to improve the biodiversity of the surrounding land by 10% upon the build’s completion. The new law is part of the government’s Environment Act and sets out to quantifiably improve ecosystems throughout the UK. The word biodiversity refers to the variety of living organisms that are present in a particular habitat.
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Mar 31, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Julia Riddle |Chris Batesmith |Sander Tel
The Right to Build is legislation as set out in the Self Build and Custom Housebuilding Act 2015 and the Housing and Planning Act 2016. It requires local authorities in England to keep a register of people who wish to build their own homes and then deliver sufficient serviced plots to meet local demand so that residents can pursue their self builds.
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Mar 20, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Julian Owen |Chris Batesmith |Julia Riddle |Emily Brooks
Matt Higgs from glazing specialist Kloeber shares what you need to think about when sourcing your property’s windows With so many glazing companies, window styles, glass types and frame materials available for your home, it’s essential that you do your research to make the right decision for your project. Here are the key considerations to think about before buying your windows: Style of Window When choosing a window design, the architecture of your property, the functionality of the glazing,...
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Feb 26, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Self-Build Zone |Internorm Windows |Julia Riddle
Self-Build Zone’s Jake Fitness explains how to get the best cover for a timber building project Timber construction has seen a surge in popularity among self builders in recent years, offering sustainability, affordability and aesthetic appeal.
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Dec 11, 2023 | 
self-build.co.uk | Julia Riddle |Julian Owen |Alan Tierney |Mike Dade
So, you’ve got consent from the council for your building project – but did you know you have to start work within a certain timeframe, otherwise it will expire?
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Aug 23, 2023 | 
self-build.co.uk | Internorm Windows |Julia Riddle |Martin Gaine
When it comes to composite windows, most people think of timber with aluminium cladding. However, another high-quality option is PVCu-aluminium composite fenestration. Available in a wide range of styles and specifications, these products are finished with aluminium cladding externally, which results in a durable, low-maintenance window that suits any architectural style.
