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When you need planning permission, where to apply, what counts as permitted development and how to appeal a planning permission decision
You’ll probably need planning permission if you want to: build something…
Some building projects do not need planning permission. This is known as…
Your local planning authority (LPA) will decide whether to grant planning…
If your application is refused, try to come to an agreement with the local…
Disabled Facilities Grants help towards the costs of making changes to your home so you can continue to live there
You could get a grant from your council if you’re disabled and need to…
How much you get usually depends on your: household income household…
To get a grant, you or someone else living in the house must: be disabled…
Apply through your local council. The council may send an occupational…
Use the online service or VAT431C form to reclaim VAT, if you're a DIY housebuilder converting an existing building into a dwelling.
This guidance explains when we can remove (delete) domestic properties from the Council Tax list, including when a property is derelict, undergoing major renovations, demolished or is now being used as a business. It also explains why we cannot delete...
Find out about tax as a landlord, and how to work out your rental income if you rent out property.
Full list of successful bids from the Community Ownership Fund.
The duties and competence requirements for building regulations that clients, designers and contractors must meet.
Website of Birmingham City Council
How to apply for building control approval from the Building Safety Regulator to construct, or carry out building work on, a higher-risk building.
VAT refunds on building new homes and conversions - how to claim, application form and guidance notes
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