Follow the links below for information about the planning process:

• About the Planning department
• Advice before applying
• Comment on a Planning Application
• Do I need planning permission?
• How do I apply for planning permission?
• Planning applications online (portal)
• Advertising planning applications
• Planning decisions
• How the Planning Committee works
• After the planning decision is made
• Enforcement
• Planning permission - FAQ's
• Planning performance

More information

• Biodiversity offsetting
• Coal Authority notifications
• Development and flood risk
• Find an architect
• Standard minerals application form
• Useful links
• Post Decision Guidance Notes
• What happens after a decision on a planning application is made