Planning law in the UK makes it notoriously difficult to buy land and live on it, however, there are ways to do it and this video aims to highlight these.
We unravel the intricate world of UK planning law, shedding light on how to buy land and embark on the journey to be able to build and live on that land. Discover the myriad of avenues available to individuals seeking to break free from a conventional lifestyle.
Delve deep into the complexities of UK planning law, learning the curial steps required to obtain the permissions necessary for your off grid endeavour.
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00:00 Intro 00:45 Big Question - Can you buy land and live on it in the UK? 01:43 Resources 02:15 Common Misconceptions 03:06 Terminology 03:18 Illegal VS Unlawful 04:09 Land Designations - different types of land 04:40 The Off Grid Book - How to navigate planning in the UK 05:14 Green Belt Land 05:35 Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) 06:04 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) 06:27 Conservation Areas 06:49 Agricultural Land 07:15 Brownfield Land or Sites 07:49 Permitted Development Rights 09:15 The 4 Year Rule 20:58 Building Parameters - 4 Year Rule 22:12 The 10 Year Rule 24:49 The 28 Day Rule 27:38 Land Split Theory - is it possible? 30:10 The 56 Day Rule 31:00 The 60 Day Rule 33:44 One Planet Development 35:56 Conditions - One Planet Development 39:09 Field to Farm 44:34 Field to Farm Requirements 47:32 Class Q Act 49:00 Important Notes 50:57 How to Find Land 54:16 What to Look For When Buying Land in the UK 55:41 Conclusion
