Development Control

This team deals primarily with Planning Applications and related appeals, and the enforcement of planning control.

Permission may be required for:

• the erection of new buildings
• the alteration or extension of existing buildings
• the change of use of land or buildings
• the alteration or demolition of a listed building
• the felling or pruning of protected trees or trees in a Conservation Area
• the erection of signs or advertisements

 Do I need planning permission?

If you're ready to apply for planning permission you can now  submit a planning application online. Alternatively, you can  download our application forms and send us your full application,  click here for our contact details.

 New Planning Fees (valid from 6th April 2008) (24Kb)
 New Advertisement Fees (valid from 6th April 2008) (12Kb)

Learn about the new national 1APP Application Forms
Validation Policy
 General guidance on all Planning Application Types. 
 Restrictions/Constraints which will be considered by the Planning Officer. 
Householder Guidance Leaflets

Many house extensions or structures built in the garden do not require planning permission. Staff in the Development Control section are available to provide guidance and advice on such matters. Where it cannot be established whether planning permission is required from the information provided, completion of the Householder Development Enquiry (11 Kb) form can help the Council to determine whether such permission would be required.

Application and Fees Forms for the developments referred to above can be downloaded and submitted to the Council.