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The law states that planning permission is needed only if the work being carried out meets the statutory definition of 'development'. Some building works and changes of use can be carried out under 'Permitted Development Rights', without having to make an application for planning permission.

34,500 people live on Dartmoor.

You will need planning permission if you want to: build something new. make a major change to your building e.g. build an extension.

Land within the National Park is not nationally owned, as in many other countries. All land within the National Park is privately owned. On Dartmoor there are a few major landowners such as the Duchy of Cornwall, South West Water and Forestry Commission, but the rest is owned by a myriad of small landowners.

In Dartmoor National Park there is a focus on providing affordable housing for local people. Most opportunities for custom and self-build housing require that you have a long term connection with the Parish in which you want to build.

The Dartmoor National Park Authority (DNPA) conserves and enhances the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of Dartmoor and promotes opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the area by the public.

In some areas of the country, known generally as 'designated areas', permitted development rights are more restricted. For example, if you live in: a Conservation Area. a National Park.

Applications need to be submitted through the Planning Portal website. The Planning Portal will guide you through the application submission and what you will need to submit with your application. To help you ensure you have everything ready for this please see our Planning Validation Checklist.