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What to do next

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  2. Start your building work
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Your options

When you have tested your proposed project against the permitted development limits and conditions it is time to decide on your next step.

You have a number of options:


If you are completely sure your project is permitted development you can start your building work.

Read important advice before starting work (https://www.planningportal.co.uk/wales/do-you-need-permission/what-to-do-next/start-your-building-work)

Read important advice before starting work


For proof that your building work is lawful you should apply for a Lawful Development Certificate.

Read more about Lawful Development Certificates (https://www.planningportal.co.uk/wales/do-you-need-permission/what-to-do-next/lawful-development-certificate)

Read more about Lawful Development Certificates


If your project does not qualify as permitted development you will need to submit a planning application.

Read more about planning applications (https://www.planningportal.co.uk/wales/do-you-need-permission/what-to-do-next/planning-application)

Read more about planning applications


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