New Forest National Park Authority (NFNPA)

Planning in the New Forest National Park Authority Area.

Permitted development rules, key planning statistics, and local guidance for homeowners in the New Forest National Park Authority (NFNPA) area.

Key statistics

Planning numbers for New Forest National Park Authority.

~1,200
Planning applications (annual)
8–12 weeks
Average decision time
~80%
Approval rate
Strict vernacular
Design requirements
Average extension cost
£55,000–£95,000

Permitted development

What you can build without planning permission.

The New Forest National Park has significantly reduced Permitted Development rights. Side extensions, cladding changes, and outbuildings in the curtilage of a dwelling all require planning permission. The NFNPA applies strict design guidelines emphasising vernacular materials and sympathetic scale.

Areas covered

Towns and villages in the New Forest National Park Authority area.

Official resource

New Forest National Park Authority planning portal.

For official planning guidance, application forms, and local plan policies, visit the New Forest National Park Authority (NFNPA) planning portal.

Local questions

Planning FAQs for New Forest National Park Authority.

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