Most planning applications are now submitted online. You can apply to every local authority in England and Wales on this website.

• Quick and user-friendly system
• Step-by-step help and advice
• Attach plans and drawings
• Save time and money
• Application sent to local authority immediately

Anyone can make a planning application as our system is easy to use and provides step-by-step help and advice.

Our video guides take you through each step of the application process or you can download our guidance note.

When applying online via the Planning Portal, we can assist you in selecting the correct forms to submit based on your proposed development.

When submitting paper forms you must ensure you complete the correct form, otherwise your application will be invalid.

Find more information on choosing your application.

Please Note: Applications for 'Extending the time limits of existing planning permissions' and 'Non-material amendments' cannot be made online. Download paper forms here.

In addition to completing the forms most planning applications require a location plan and a site plan (also known as a block plan).

You can purchase these documents from one of the Planning Portal’s accredited suppliers.

Your local planning authority may request further supporting documents which can also be uploaded to the online application system.

Most applications will require a fee to be paid. However, for some consents, e.g. listed building and conservation area consent, no fee is required.

You can use our fee calculator tool to find out how much your application will cost. It is a step in the online application process but you can also use it as a stand alone tool.

If you are unsure about the appropriate fee for your application, you are strongly advised to contact your local planning authority in advance of submitting your application, as an incorrect fee will delay the processing of your application.

Most planning applications are now submitted online. You can apply to every local authority in England and Wales on this website.

• Quick and user-friendly system
• Step-by-step help and advice
• Attach plans and drawings
• Save time and money
• Application sent to local authority immediately