You can make certain types of minor changes to your house without needing to apply for planning permission. These are called "permitted development rights". The Planning Portal website has a useful interactive guide which will help you decide whether or not you need planning permission.
If you are still in doubt please seek advice by emailing development.management@ipswich.gov.uk or writing to the address on the left of this page.
Council tenants must obtain advance written permission from Tenancy Services, as the Landlord, to alter or develop their Council property prior to submitting a planning application. Improvements must not be carried out without this consent. This includes outbuildings, sheds and other structures in the garden. Find out more about obtaining advance permission as a Council tenant.
You can apply for planning permission via the Planning Portal website - simply click on the button below.
If you would prefer to complete an application form by hand and send us paper copies please select from the list below:
Ipswich Borough Council,
Development Management,
3W Grafton House,
15-17 Russell Road,
Ipswich,
IP1 2DE
01473 432913
