Making better use of your home's existing footprint is a cost-effective way to ease space pressures on your home without adding an extension. If you have an attached garage that is used as a dumping ground for stuff you rarely use, then converting it into usable living space could be a sensible move. But do you need planning permission for a garage conversion?
The world of planning permission can be complex as the rules may change depending on where you live and what changes have previously been made to your home. When it comes to converting your garage, in many cases you can do this without submitting a formal planning application, but you should always check before you start building to make sure you don't fall foul of the law.
