Self Build Homes are a particular type of housing. Here we refer to self build homes as homes created specifically for the occupiers, rather than the actual construction of the houses (although several of our clients have done just that!). While they fall under the general C3 Use Class, they are often more bespoke than a speculative housing development.
Self build homes can take many forms. For example, such houses can either be replacement dwellings, the conversion of existing buildings or new houses on individual plots of land. We have extensive experience in the different forms of self build homes – please see some interesting examples below and contact us to discuss your specific project.
Since 2015 the Government has required local planning authorities to plan for custom and self build homes. This has provided opportunities for individuals wishing to build their own homes. It can help to leverage planning permission where policies or initial investigations suggest such homes would be unacceptable.
A further category of self build homes we have significant experience in is Paragraph 79/ 80 (previously para 55) Homes – please see our dedicated case studies page for more information.