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Building plots in Nottingham
Gardens, gap sites and small parcels across Nottingham that could take a new home, each checked against the Nottingham City Council local plan.
The council's register
Nottingham City Council must keep a register of people who want a serviced plot to build their own home, and grant enough permissions to meet the demand on it.
| People registered | Plots permitted | Base-period shortfall |
|---|---|---|
| 163 | 95 | 75 |
Source: LivedIn, Self-Build Register Data for England, from council returns and FOI responses, checked 24 October 2026. A guide only; the council's own figures above take precedence.
- Nottingham City's register is run jointly with Gedling Borough Council, with a local connection test for Part 1.Source: Nottingham City Council
What the plot finder checks in Nottingham
- Size, shape and road frontage from public mapping
- Whether the site sits inside a settlement's planning limits
- Constraints such as flood zones and conservation areas
- A score with the planning rules behind it written out
- Sold prices for homes nearby from HM Land Registry, with the source
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Plots in Nottingham: FAQ
How do I find a building plot in Nottingham?
Sign in to the plot finder to see possible plots across Nottingham, each scored against the local plan. You can also join the Nottingham City Council self-build register, which tells the council you want a plot.
Who decides planning in Nottingham?
Nottingham City Council is the local planning authority. Its local plan sets where new homes can go.
Are the plots on this page for sale?
No sites are shown on this page. Signed-in users see possible plots found from public data; the owner may not be selling.
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