Appeal a planning decision

You can appeal if:

• you did not receive a decision within the statutory time-frame
• your planning application has been refused
• your application was approved but you are not happy with one or more of the conditions attached

You must appeal:

• householder planning applications within twelve weeks of the decision date
• full planning applications within six months of the decision date

The appeals process

The Planning Inspectorate will review the appeal and make a decision in one of three ways:

• Written representations: This is the most common form of appeal. The inspector considers written evidence from us and anyone else who has an interest. They also usually do a site inspection
• Informal hearing: This involves discussing the issues with us and the appellant. The inspector will lead this
• Public inquiry: This is where we hear verbal evidence from both sides in front of an inspector. Both sides often have some form of legal representation as there is cross-examination from the opposing parties

Find out more about making an appeal (Planning Portal)