Self and custom house building

Self-build and custom housebuilding covers a wide spectrum, from projects where individuals are involved in building or managing the construction of their home from beginning to end.

Self-Build Guidance Note

At Cabinet on Wednesday 27 September 2023, the Self-Build and Custom Housebuilding Guidance Note was adopted as a material consideration in the determination of planning applications.

This Guidance Note has been prepared to provide detail and clarification on the self-build and custom housebuilding process, provide information on how the Council will support the delivery of serviced plots and to provide sources of further information and advice.