The Environment Secretary has said he wants to make it easier for farmers to diversify after concerns were raised by TV presenter Jeremy Clarkson.
Steve Barclay told MPs he was in "very advanced discussions" with Communities Secretary Michael Gove on extending permitted development rights.
These allow certain changes to take place without planning applications.
Clarkson has been at odds with West Oxfordshire District Council regarding plans for his farm.
His TV show Clarkson's Farm, streaming on Prime Video, has documented the workings of his 1,000-acre (404-hectare) holding in the Cotswolds.
It included his dealings with council officials over his expansion of the business to include a restaurant.
An order for the closure of the restaurant was made after two planning applications were rejected by the authority.
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