Apply for planning permission

Unfortunately, it is still taking longer than we would like to process planning submissions, as we continue to face an unprecedented volume of applications.

Applications are normally picked up by planning officers in order of the date they were submitted, but sometimes we are able to deal more quickly with straightforward applications that accord with Local Plan policies (and for householder development, follow the guidance in our House Extensions SPD. A planning officer will call or email as soon as they pick up your application to let you know what's happening and discuss any issues.

If the planning officer has everything they need and the proposal is acceptable, they will aim to issue the decision soon after making contact. We will not approve or refuse the application without discussing it with you first, and we will be happy to agree an extended time period for determination.

If your application has not been determined within a set period (usually 8 or 13 weeks) you have the right to appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. You can find instructions on how and when to appeal in the letter we sent to you (or your appointed agent/consultant/architect) when you submitted your application.