Tag: selfbuild
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East Devon self-build with framed landscape views
For those embarking on the housebuilding process, pragmatism is thought to be among the most valuable qualities – and so it proved with one particular project in East Devon. Having grown up in the county, Louise Williams had been looking to build a house there for about 10 years, so when she came across a…
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A unique self-build plot in a quiet Suffolk village
In the quiet corner of Cambridgeshire known as Westley Waterless, a small rural settlement of around 150 residents, a new planning-approved site has appeared that’s attracting attention among self-build enthusiasts. The village, tucked between Cambridge, Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds, rarely sees development opportunities emerge, and Plotfinder has unearthed this gem of a plot. Its…
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James Corden’s self-build on Druid site awaits S106 clearance
James Corden’s self‑build in Remenham is still awaiting final clearance of its Section 106 obligations from Wokingham Borough Council. The original planning permission, granted in 2023, allowed him to replace the previous dwelling on a historic estate containing the Druids’ Temple. The council is reviewing the project to ensure all conditions relating to heritage, woodland management and…
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Wiltshire riverside self-build with eco-friendly design
Chris Dann has an enduring passion for property and design. “I’ve always had a feeling for homes and space,” he says. And that instinct came into play when he acquired a riverside plot in the heart of a Wiltshire town – land that he bought from his mother. Despite the site being in the centre…
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Self-build opportunity with planning in Kent AONB
For anyone seeking a self-build project in a protected countryside setting, this rare Kent plot, listed on Plotfinder, offers an exceptional chance to create a bespoke home within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Situated near the village of Goudhurst, the site extends to approximately 6.1 acres and benefits from full planning permission for an…
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12 flooring mistakes to avoid in a self-build or renovation
Regardless of the type of flooring you chose to cover the ground in your home, you’ll be keen to avoid costly and time consuming flooring mistakes. Not only can they result in you going over-budget, but can also add time and stress to your build or renovations. But, with such a wide variety of flooring…
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Why self-build planning must rise to solve UK housing crisis
Interest in mass-developed new homes is sharply declining, with first-time buyers increasingly turning away from expensive developer-led housing. Meanwhile, demand for self-build and custom-build homes is rising steadily as more people seek control and affordability. Yet despite this growing appetite, planning permissions for self-build plots are falling, limiting the UK’s ability to meet its housing…
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Financing a plot — expert advice for the start of a self-build project
In order to begin a self-build project, financing a plot on which to construct the home might be the first step. Unless you are able to build in the garden of your existing house or already own some land, buying a plot is where the process of obtaining a new home starts. Just as when…
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Will you pay capital gains tax when you sell a self-build home?
If you’re only just embarking on building your own home, the moment when you put it up for sale might seem a very long way off. But the question of whether you’ll pay capital gains tax (CGT) when you sell or dispose of the home is, after all, an important one. Just as when you’re…
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Self-Build Zone reveals how to master cost control on your next self-build or renovation
Assembling a team of engineers, architects, and builders from the outset will help you scope out your build, establish a realistic budget, and determine the type of structure and materials best suited to your vision. These professionals will provide estimates based on a masterplan, but some suggested choices may stretch your budget. Review elements such…