Private vs local authority building control

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It might look like the perfect plot with enviable views of open fields and an idyllic countryside location, but just how easy is it to construct your new home on farmland? Our expert shares his advice

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Navigating planning approval for an extension or self-build is likely to mean getting your neighbours onside. Here’s how to build a harmonious relationship with them