Jersey Planning Guides
Free guides to understanding planning permission in Jersey — written by our team of Jersey-qualified architects.
2 June 2025Bye-Law Drawings
Bye-Law Drawings in Jersey: What They Are and Why They Matter
The difference between planning drawings and bye-law drawings — and why most people don't realise they need both before their builder can start.
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1 June 2025Jersey's conservation areas have additional planning restrictions. Here's what you need permission for and how to get it.:Specialist Planning
Building in a Jersey Conservation Area
What You Need to Know
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1 June 2025Extensions
Do You Need Planning Permission for an Extension in Jersey?
Most house extensions in Jersey require planning permission. Here's what you need to know before you build.
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1 June 2025Planning Reports
Flood Risk Assessments for Jersey Planning Applications
Is your property in a Jersey flood risk zone? Here's when a flood risk assessment is required and what it involves.
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1 June 2025Converting your garage in Jersey? Here's what planning permission and bye-law approval you need and how the process works.:Garage Conversions
Garage Conversion in Jersey
Planning Permission and Bye-Law Guide
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1 June 2025Planning Basics
How Long Does Planning Permission Take in Jersey?
Timescales for householder, new build, and listed building planning applications in Jersey.
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1 June 2025The Jersey Island Plan 2022 governs all planning decisions in Jersey. Here's what it means in practice for homeowners.:Planning Basics
The Jersey Island Plan Explained
What It Means for Your Project
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1 June 2025Jersey has hundreds of listed buildings. Here's what consent you need for any works to a listed property.:Specialist Planning
Listed Buildings in Jersey
What You Can and Cannot Do
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1 June 2025Do you need planning permission for a loft conversion in Jersey? What about bye-law approval? Find out here.:Loft Conversions
Loft Conversion Planning Permission in Jersey
The Complete Guide
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1 June 2025Building a new house in Jersey involves multiple stages. Here's the complete planning and bye-law process.:New Builds
New Build Planning Permission in Jersey
A Step-by-Step Guide
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1 June 2025Jersey's permitted development rules are different from England's. Here's what you can and can't do without a full planning application.:Planning Basics
Permitted Development Rights in Jersey
What You Can Build Without Planning Permission
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1 June 2025Planning Basics
The Complete Guide to Planning Permission in Jersey
Everything Jersey homeowners need to know about planning permission — from what needs it to how long it takes. Written by our Jersey planning team.
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1 June 2025Alterations
Replacement Windows and Planning Permission in Jersey
When do replacement windows need planning permission in Jersey? Conservation areas, listed buildings, and standard properties explained.
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1 June 2025Structural Engineering
Do I Need a Structural Engineer for My Jersey Extension?
Most extensions and loft conversions in Jersey need a structural engineer. Here's what they do and why having one in-house matters.
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