Planning and Building Regulations

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk

The Planning Portal is the UK Government's online planning and building regulations resource for England and Wales.

https://www.gov.uk/browse/housing/planning-permission

Another government website with information about planning and building regulation rules in the UK.

Green Building

http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/

Consider making your building environmentally friendly by employing the latest science and technology for sustainable development.

There are some government grants to help make houses more energy efficient.

Check your Local Authority website and search for Planning. Many councils offer interactive tools to identify local conservation areas, listed buildings, protected trees under Tree Preservation Order, and more.

Self Build Houses

http://www.selfbuildportal.org.uk/

The portal offers extensive information for beginners and professionals interested in the self-build sector.