Introduction
The best way to apply for planning permission is online through the Planning Portal. You complete the form, attach your documents and make payment.
Apply and pay for planning permission
The Planning Portal's planning application service is separate to their building control application service. In order to begin a planning application you first need to create a planning account, even if you already have a building control application account on the Planning Portal.
Before you apply you should;
- Check if you need permission for the work you want to do
- Find out what you need to supply with an application
- Understand how much it will cost
There's lots more information on how to apply on the Planning Portal, or you can read our guidance: Applying for planning permission online
Paper application forms
If you cannot submit online, you can download and print a paper form from the Planning Portal. You can then complete this and send it into us.
