Check planning restrictions on a home
Enter a postcode and choose the address to see the planning rules that cover the home: Article 4 directions, tree preservation orders, conservation areas, listed building status, Green Belt, National Parks and National Landscapes. The data comes from councils via planning.data.gov.uk.
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What you'll see
- Article 4 directions
- Tree preservation orders
- Green Belt
- National Park or National Landscape (formerly AONB)
- Sites of Special Scientific Interest
Sources: Planning Data: Article 4 direction areas; Planning Data: tree preservation zones; Planning Data: Green Belt
Questions
What is an Article 4 direction?
A council order that removes some permitted development rights in an area, so work like changing windows, building a porch or converting a house to a shared house needs planning permission.
How do I check if a tree has a preservation order?
Search the postcode and choose the address to see any tree preservation zones that cover the home. Not every council publishes this data yet, so confirm with the council before cutting back a large tree.