{"id":909,"date":"2025-07-09T10:09:55","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T09:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/?p=909"},"modified":"2025-07-09T10:09:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T09:09:56","slug":"permitted-development-what-you-need-to-know-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/permitted-development-what-you-need-to-know-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Permitted Development: What You Need to Know in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Upgrade your home without the hassle\u2014discover what permitted development allows in 2025 for doors, extensions, and glazing improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-780x521.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.gfdtrading.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/RYC0749-copy-1024x684-2-255x170.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Under 2025 rules, <strong>Permitted Development<\/strong> covers popular projects like single-storey rear extensions (up to 3m for semis, 4m for detached), loft conversions, rooflights, and outbuildings\u2014provided you meet size, height, and placement guidelines. You\u2019ll still need to follow building regulations, and certain areas (like Conservation Zones) may have extra restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning a bigger extension, a <strong>Prior Approval<\/strong> application may be required. And even if permission isn\u2019t, applying for a <strong>Lawful Development Certificate<\/strong> gives you proof your work is compliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">GFD Homes<\/a>, we supply doors and glazing solutions that meet <strong>Permitted Development<\/strong> criteria\u2014from bifolds under 4m to low-profile roof lanterns. Our team can advise on specs, U-values, and structural needs to help your project run smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714\ufe0f Less paperwork<br>\u2714\ufe0f More flexibility<br>\u2714\ufe0f Stylish, compliant upgrades<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gfdhomes.co.uk\/blog\/uk-permitted-development-rules-2025-a-complete-guide-for-homeowners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"> full article here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Upgrade your home without the hassle\u2014discover what permitted development allows in 2025 for doors, extensions, and glazing improvements. Under 2025 rules, Permitted Development covers popular projects like single-storey rear extensions (up to 3m for semis, 4m for detached), loft conversions, rooflights, and outbuildings\u2014provided you meet size, height, and placement guidelines. 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