Planning and building

Image of trees, buildings and a path in bright colours. Our local plan.

We are consulting on our Local Plan Proposed Submission document (Regulation 19) from 23 September to 5 November 2026. Find out more on our Local Plan Portal.

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Planning register

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Planning advice appointments

For general questions about planning you can book an appointment with the Duty Planning Officer. Please note for questions about a specific planning application you should contact the Case Officer instead.

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