Submitting a planning application

You will need to submit a planning application to us if you require planning permission for your proposed project. This applies to both householders and businesses. There are different types of application.

Further guidance on making an application on GOV.UK.

Before submitting your application, you should assess if you need planning permission and if so which type of application is required. You should also review our:

• The Development Plan
• Validation checklist
• Design code
• Other supplementary planning documents

Our Planning guidance and support section provides additional information and guidance. View the planning fees and how to pay them.

You can apply to us for advice before submitting a planning application.

You can get professional help to submit your application:

• using a planning agent for a project
• directory of architects