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[john p]

[color=green][/color] :D i want to build an enclosed porch.

what is the bigest size i can build without planning permission?

[thedoctor]

See the project on planning permission John.

[bonejs]

A storm porch under 3 square meters in floor area is "permitted development". And is exempt from the Building Regulations too!

But check, if you are in a Listed Building or conservation area, with your local council.

John Bone
(Building Control Surveyor)