You need to complete a full plans application if you're doing work to a commercial building (for example schools, shops, offices, factories and hotels) or major domestic works.
Before submitting your application consider:
- using an architect or agent
- drawing scaled plans
- providing a location plan showing the boundary of your site edged in red
- including a full specification
- finding out the plan charge
- Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) compliance calculation and Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)
How to apply
To make a full plans application, fill in the form below or call 01752 304343. Your application must include architectural drawings and a detailed specification.
Your plans will be approved if they follow building regulations. If areas of the construction aren't certain at the initial stages or information such as structural calculations are required from a third party we can issue a conditional approval.
All details are checked by a surveyor who will identify any problems which will be discussed with you or your agent. This ensures potential problems are identified before work starts, avoiding delays and potentially costly rectification on site.
All new build homes must have a Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) calculation. See our building control services page for more details.
Cost
See our fees and charges page to find out how much you have to pay for your work.
Email buildcon@plymouth.gov.uk or call 01752 304343 if you've any questions and we'll assess your case and make a recommendation.