If you want to make changes to your home or business you may need to get planning permission first.

You must find out whether you need planning permission before starting any building work. If you don't, we may take enforcement action against you. 

You may also need to get building regulations approval

Find out whether you need planning permission for various types of common residential and business projects: 

    I want to make changes to my home

    I want to make changes to my business

Camden specific rules - Article 4 Directions 

Permitted development rights allow you to carry out certain building works and changes of use. This is without having to make a planning application. An Article 4 Direction removes permitted development rights for a specific property or area. This means you will need to make a planning application. 

See Article 4 Directions 

Find a registered architect 

You can search for a registered architect to help with your plans on the Architects Registration Board website.