I'm planning home improvements in Lincoln and need to understand if I require planning permission. Navigate the City of Lincoln Council website to the 'Do I Need Planning Permission?' page. Identify any online tools or guides available to help determine if permission is needed, and list the specific types of common home changes detailed on this page.
Navigate to the City of Lincoln Council homepage (lincoln.gov.uk). Accept the cookie preferences to ensure full website functionality. Access the 'Services' section from the main navigation. From the list of services, go to the 'Planning' section. Locate and navigate to the 'Do I Need Planning Permission?' page. Identify and describe any interactive tools or guides provided for 'Permitted Development Rights'. List the common types of home changes that have dedicated sections or links on the 'Do I Need Planning Permission?' page.
Successfully navigate to the 'Do I Need Planning Permission?' page. Confirm the availability of an interactive guide for 'Permitted Development Rights' and describe its purpose (e.g., 'a useful interactive guide to give you an idea of whether planning permission may be required for your proposal'). List 'Extensions', 'Outbuildings', and 'Porches' as the common types of home changes with dedicated information on the page. Do not submit any forms or applications.