The planning service is led by Andrew Ashcroft, Assistant Director Economic, Environment and Cultural Services.
The council has a duty to manage the development and use of land and buildings within Herefordshire. The aims of the planning service are to help protect the amenity and environment of Herefordshire, while promoting economic growth through high quality, sustainable development.
In this section, you will find further details of these planning services and frequently asked questions.
Planning applications
Planning applicationsFind out whether you need planning permission, how to apply, how to make objections and find out about the planning committee.
Planning policy
Planning policyFind out about land us planning policies including the Unitary Development Plan (UDP) and Local Development Framework (LDF).
Planning enforcement
Planning enforcementHow to inform us of an unauthorised development.
Conservation
ConservationDownload maps of conservation areas and find out about listed buildings, archaeology, landscape and biodiversity.
Minerals and waste
Minerals and wasteFind out about planning matters related to minerals and waste.
Building control
Building controlApply for building regulations approval and find out about street numbering and naming for new developments.
Planning FAQs
Planning FAQsFrequently asked questions about all aspects of planning, including planning applications, planning development in a conservation area, and planning permission associated with trees.
Planning public notices
Planning public noticesFind details of planning matters subject to a public notice.