Planning processes

Planning consists of a number of formal processes that are used at different stages when making a decision.

These processes include the planning application process, including applications that go to Planning Committee.

Planning appeals may be made against decisions, and planning enforcement seeks to enforce decisions that have been made, or to stop unauthorised work.

In addition, the Local Development Framework policy process is used to plan the long term future of the city.

We no longer acknowledge every letter that is received by the Planning Authority, and we cannot enter into individual correspondence with regards to planning applications. If you do wish to comment on a planning application you are advised to put your comments in writing during the consultation period set out in the application. Once your comments are received they are registered as a Letter of Representation.

Letters of Representation (objecting or supporting an application) are published on our planning online page under the relevant application, usually within five working days from the date of receipt.

New documents or plans which amend a planning application or relate to a decision are also published on our planning online page under the relevant application.

If you are interested in a particular application you are advised to visit our planning online page.

If you would like to be kept informed or any changes and decisions relating to a particular planning application then please supply a valid email address with any Letter of Representation you may send to us.

If you need any assistance please contact the Planning Department Administration Team on 01752 304366.