The NSBRC Guide to Planning Permission

A half-day planning permission course led by an independent planning expert, explaining how to prepare successful applications and avoid common pitfalls for self-build projects.

A half-day course focused on understanding and navigating the planning system for self-build projects.

The NSBRC Guide to Planning Permission is designed for self-builders at early stages and is delivered by independent planning expert Mark Doodes MRTPI. The session covers key planning topics and includes a Q&A opportunity to address specific questions.

Topics covered include:

• Types of planning permission
• Creating a successful application
• Research
• Design & drawings
• The appeals process
• Reports
• Forming a team of expert advisors
• Legislation and regulation
• Conservation areas & geographic variations

Time: 09:00–13:00

Price: £95 per person (VAT inclusive). Benchmark Membership pricing may apply at checkout.

Upcoming dates

• 6th March 2027 (in-person)
• 26th June 2027 (in-person)
• 11th September 2027 (in-person)