The Planning Authority says homeowners considering an extension for a family member could be helped by an existing policy.
Two or more generations of the same family living together is more common in southern Europe than in the UK but it could be a way to ease Guernsey's property shortage.
The Development and Planning Authority says there is an existing policy, called GP13, that can help those looking at home modifications for multi-generational living.
Planners say some extensions, sometimes known as 'dower' units can be built without specific planning permission.
But there are exceptions, where a property is protected, in a conservation area or place of natural or wildlife importance.
Authority president, Deputy Neil Inder, wants to end the perception that Planning puts barriers in the way of development.
“House building on a large scale can take a long time. Building an extension or a wing can be much quicker and can be a much more efficient use of space.
"Services are already in place, families can work together on the finances; families can help families.
"Planning isn’t the blocker that people think it is. Policy GP13 of the current Island Development Plan is very clear in its support for islanders to develop their own homes in an appropriate way.
"We need to do a better job of helping people understand what’s possible.”
The Planning Authority says it is arranging some drop in sessions over the coming weeks, specifically around this issue.
However, for a few days from tomorrow, 26 February, the Planning Authority is moving to temporary offices at Raymond Falla House in Burnt Lane, St Martins and people are advised the office will be difficult to reach during this period.
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