Build It | Build It June 2015
You may not be aware that the self build sector has enjoyed cross-party support in recent years. This has culminated in a new Self and Custom Housebuilding Act that aims to ensure local authorities assess the demand for self build in their jurisdictions – and look to meet it with their planning policies and land release schemes.
If you’re struggling with finding a viable plot, fear not. This month we’ve got two cracking guides for you that will help you to identify and assess land (page 72) and give you the best possible chance of gaining planning permission for your scheme (page 114). Plus you’ll get to see just how spectacular the results of a self build or renovation project can be, even if you’ve faced a battle with the planners – just take a look at Ben MacLeod’s home on page 45 for inspiration!
As well as our usual array of practical advice and design ideas, this issue also includes a must-read guide to building with timber (starting on page 85). From structural systems through to choosing windows, doors and interior finishes, you’re sure to find something to suit your project.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Build It Build It June 2015.