What we do

Our main work is the processing of planning and enforcement appeals and holding inquiries into local development plans. We also deal with a wide variety of other planning related casework including listed building consent appeals, advertisement appeals, and reporting on planning applications.

Find out more about what we do.

Market Analysis for future Potential Inspectors

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Planning Appeals and Old Style Development Plan Policies: Saving Directions

GO saved policies directions and covering letters

Advice for Inspectors on Saved Policies

Advice for Inspectors

Advice produced by the Planning Inspectorate

Advice produced by the Department for Communities and Local Government

Access arrangements at Inquiries and Hearings

Read the new guidance and download the venue Questionnaire (Local Authorities only)

New Householder Appeals Service

Making Householder Appeals easier, simpler and quicker! Read about our new pilot service

Appeals

Looking for information on a specific appeal? Help is here!

Planning Appeals

How quickly will I get a decision on my appeal?

Which Procedure should I use for my Planning Appeal?

What should I include in my grounds of appeal?

Enforcement Appeals

Which Procedure should I use for my Enforcement Appeal?

Online Appeals Service

Use our online appeals service to submit your appeal or search for existing appeals.

Planning Portal

The Planning Portal offers a wide range of services and guidance on the planning system.
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Contact Us

For details of how to contact us and information on frequently asked questions please see our Customer Services page

Newsletter

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