Permissions to carry out work
Depending on the nature of the work, you may need certain permissions before you can legally start work, for example:
- Planning permission
- Building Control approval
- Listed Building Consent
- Permission from a superior landlord (eg from the building owner if you are a leaseholder)
Further information on permissions you may need to undertake work, including party wall agreements and rules around scaffolding is available from GOV.UK
When carrying out works, always use a competent tradesperson. Oxfordshire Trading Standards has produced a list of checked and approved local traders.