This section includes information about:
- Development control - applying for and monitoring planning permission
- Building control - make sure your development meets building regulations
- Planning policy
- Historic buildings and trees
- Research and information
Alterations to your house
Since 1 October 2008 important changes have been introduced to the rules allowing you to alter or extend your house.
Visit our development control pages for more information on these rules.
Submit planning applications online
You can now submit applications online through the Planning Portal.
View and comment on applications online
You can view and comment on applications through the Public Access system.
Sustainable Design Supplementary Planning document
Guidance to applicants of major planning applications on how to meet the council's sustainable design & construction requirements.
Guides for developers
Read the air quality guide for developers.
Download the waste management design guide for developers.