Self Build Land Permmission

There are two types of self build land for sale in terms of self build homes – self build land for sale with planning permission and land for sale without planning permission. Each type of land has pros and cons but at the end of the day it comes down to time and money.

Land for sale without planning permission is much cheaper than land for sale with some type of planning permission. Buying a plot of land for sale without planning permission does carry an element of risk - in terms of self build it might be wise to consider this more of an investment rather than guaranteed building land.

It is not easy to find a self build land since there are not many good land plots available, especially since planning departments have to promote derelict locations and developers, as is their wont, snap them up quickly. Keep in mind that land takes up to 35 per cent of the total cost.

Ideally, buy land that already has a house built. This could be demolished before or after your self build home is complete. If you do plan to demolish and build on the land you maybe restricted to building to the same footprint as the previous dwelling.

Planning permission for this residence will probably have already been obtained. It is possible to obtain further information about a property with the help of the Internet. The Land Registry is online. You can get an address or title number or you can search a detailed history and ownership of the property that includes information on the land, planning permission and rights of way for a small fee.