Planning Advice

Pages within this section contain general advice regarding the planning application process. It is intended to be as complete as possible, but should you have any further queries, please get in touch with the Development Control Department.

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Permitted Development

Some minor types of development do not always require planning permission. This section provides details (via an external link) about permitted development.

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Pre-Application Advice

This section provides details of how to obtain pre-application advice from the Development Control Team.

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Types of Planning Application

This section outlines the various types of planning application that can be submitted.

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Submitting Planning Applications

This section contains a guide on what you need to submit for householder and minor planning applications (the most common types).

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The Application Process

This section contains a step-by-step guide to the application process following the receipt of a planning application.

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Making Representations

If you wish to object to or comment on a planning application, read this section first.

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Decisions and Appeals

This section gives details on how decisions are reached and the appeal process (via an external link)

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