Request local development pre-application advice

Before applying for planning permission, you can use this form to request pre-application advice on your local development proposal.

In order to complete the form you will need to upload some supporting information.

Essential:

  • A completed local development pre-application form
  • A clear description of the proposed development
  • The address of the application site
  • A location plan to clearly identify the location and dimensions of the site
  • Proposed site layout plan which outlines the application site in red, including a north point (dimensions to be shown or to scale, preferably at 1:500 or 1:200)
  • North point
  • Include access to the public road

The more details submitted the more detailed a response we can provide so there is also a desirable list which would be useful but we would not invalidate an enquiry to obtain these.

Desirable:

  • An ordnance survey based location plan which outlines the application site in red (scale preferable to 1:2500 or 1:1250) and additional land owned in blue
  • Proposed development layout plan and site sections
  • Elevational drawings
  • Drainage provision (if applicable)
  • Photographs of the site
  • A Design Statement

Delays may occur if essential information is missing from your request. Invalid requests that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be progressed unless all the requested information has been submitted.

If you have not heard from us within 5 working days after submitting the form, please contact us.

View planning applications privacy notice (pdf 48.2KB) to find out what we do with your data.

Applicant details


Development details
Including postcode and grid reference, if possible
For example, owner, occupier, prospective purchaser
Please provide as much detail as possible














Upload drawings and additional information
Please fill out this box with any other additional information that may support your request