What does submitting an application involve?
You can submit a planning application using several different methods. By post, send the application with all relevant documents and correct fee to the contact address below. If you are unsure about the documents required or the fee to pay, please call the enquiry line using the contact details at the bottom of the page. You can go to the Planning Portal website where you can submit a planning application online including card payment and associated documentation. In the majority of cases this will involve the submission of scaled drawings, application forms and an appropriate fee. We ask for a minimum of 3 copies if you are submitting a paper application, but only 1 copy if submitted electronically. We ask for 3 copies because we make the application available to a number of people or departments. For example we keep a copy available for the public inspection, and we may consult experts such as Highway Engineers, Water Services Providers etc. A planning technician or duty officer is a
