Planning FAQs
FAQs
- What is planning permission?
- What is outline planning permission?
- What is a reserved matters application?
- Do I need planning permission?
- Do I require planning permission for a change of use from a shop to a flat or other use?
- Where can I get a planning application form?
- What happens when a planning application is submitted?
- What Information is required with a planning application?
- What fee do I need to provide with my planning application?
- How long does it take to decide my planning application?
- Can I check the status of my planning application?
- Who decides my planning application?
- How will I know when my planning application has been decided?
- If my planning application is refused, will I get my application fee refunded?
- What can I do if my planning application is refused?
- Can I ask for advice about my planning application before I make it?
- Where and when are the planning surgeries?
- Can I contact a Planning Officer and which officer covers my area?
- Do I need to inform my neighbour before making a planning application?
- Will I be notified if my neighbour makes a planning application?
- Where can I find the details of a current planning application?
- Can I object to a planning application?
- How long have I got to make a representation (objection) about a planning application?
- How long does it take for planning applications to be viewed online after they have been submitted?
- How can I look at the planning history of a site or property?
- Do I need planning permission to plant trees?
- Do I need the council's permission before I cut down or prune trees?
- How is planning permission enforced?
- How can I find out about conservation areas?
- Where can I find the council's Local Development Plan?
- My house is a listed building; do I need any separate permission to make alterations?
- Can I obtain copy decision notices?