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The planning application process

Calculate the fees you need to pay

There are different fees for different applications.

You can use the online calculator to get an idea of what the planning fee would be.

Use the fee calculator on the Planning Portal website

Step 1:
Find out if you need planning permission
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Use the Planning Portal website to make sure you're applying for everything you need.
Find out if you need planning permission
Step 2:
Get advice from us first if you need it
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You are welcome to discuss your proposals with us before submitting a planning application.
Duty Planner and pre-application advice
Step 3:
Find out what you need to include with your application
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Download the local information requirements list to find out what to include when you apply.
Find out what you need to include with your application
Step 4:
Work out what you need to pay
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The fee calculator on the Planning Portal website will help you to do this.
Calculate the fees you need to pay
Step 5:
Submit your application
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You can do this online or by post.
Apply for planning permission
Step 6:
Checking your application
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We'll review your application and write to you within two weeks.
Checking your application
Step 7:
We ask the public to comment on your application
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We give the public the chance to tell us their thoughts about your proposal.
The consultation and notification period
Step 8:
Site visit and assessment
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The planning officer will visit the location to make sure the proposal is acceptable.
The planning officer will visit and write a report
Step 9:
We make our decision
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We aim to make a decision within 8 weeks for minor applications and within 13 weeks for major applications.
We make our decision on your application
Step 10:
Make an appeal if you wish to
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You can appeal if you application is rejected, delayed decisions or due to planning conditions set.
Appeal a planning decision

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