If you are planning to build something, carry out earthworks/excavations or change the use of a property it is likely that you will need planning permission. In this section of the website you can find out more information about the  rules governing planning permission, how to make a planning application and the circumstances where no planning application is required.

Click here for more information about when planning permission is needed.

You can also find out about other related applications for consent, for example to display advertisements, modify a Listed Building or do works to a protected tree.

Householders

Click here to read more about altering/extending your home

We have also prepared guidance to help make your proposals 'greener', whether or not planning permission is needed. Sustainable development advice for householders

Making an application for planning permission or other consent

You can make a planning application on line. Click here to find out how to apply. Alternatively, you can make your application using forms which you can download from this website. Click here to go to the planning application forms download page.

Sustainable development- advice for developers

The principles of sustainable development (development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs) are at the heart of planning. When making a planning application, you will need to demonstrate that your development is sustainable, and we have prepared extensive guidance to help you.

Click here to go to our sustainable development guidance and advice pages