Planning Application Forms

All of these various different Planning Application forms are available to download below, along with guidance for each.  These new forms have been introduced nationally by the government to replace all local authorities' own versions.  Please note that:

  • You will need to complete 4 copies of the form as specified.
  • The application form comprises only part of your submission.  Various attachments will also be required.  See What to Include and Validation.
  • If you prefer, you may submit your application online through the Planning Portal [external link]
      

Most Commonly Used Forms

Link to Form Name/Description Copies Required Link to Guidance Text
Householder Application Form Householder Application for Planning Permission for works or extension to a single dwelling 2

Guidance for Householder Application form

General Planning Application Form Application for Full Planning Permission
(including Change of Use applications)
2

Guidance for General Planning Application form

Listed Building Consent Form Application for listed building consent for alterations, extension or demolition of a listed building 2

Guidance for Listed Building Consent form

Advertisement Application Form Application for consent to display an advertisement(s) 2 Guidance for Advertisement Application form
Tree Works Form Application for tree works: works to trees subject to a preservation order (TPO) and/or notification of proposed works to trees in conservation areas (CA) 2 Guidance for Tree Works form
House Extension Enquiry Form This form can be used for obtaining advice on whether or not permission is required for a proposed scheme. 1 See Permitted Development

Other Application Forms

Link to Form Name/Description Copies
Required
Link to
Guidance Text
Section 106 Application Form Application form to modify or discharge a section 106 planning obligation 2 Guidance for Section 106 application form
Outline Application Form Application for Outline Planning Permission With Some Matters Reserved 2 Guidance for Outline Application form
Outline Application Form (RM) Application for Outline Planning Permission with all matters reserved 2 Guidance for Outline Application form (RM)
Conservation Area Consent Form Application for conservation area consent for demolition in a conservation area 2 Guidance for Conservation Area Consent form
Certificate of Lawful Use (Existing) Form Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing use or operation or activity including those in breach of a planning condition 2 Guidance for Certificate of Lawful Use (existing) form
Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) Form Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development 2 Guidance for Certificate of Lawful Use (proposed) form
Agricultural Building Form Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed building 2 Guidance for Agricultural Building form
Agricultural Road Form Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed road 2 Guidance for Agricultural Road form
Waste Form Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - excavation/waste material 2 Guidance for Waste form
Fish Tank Form Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed fish tank (cage) 2 Guidance for Fish Tank form
Telecommunications Application Form Application for prior notification of proposed development by telecommunications code system operators 2 Guidance for Telecommunications Application form
Hedgerow Removal Form Application for hedgerow removal notice 2 Guidance for Hedgerow Removal form
Demolition Notification Form Application for prior notification of proposed demolition 2 Guidance for Demolition Notification form
RM Form Application for approval of reserved matters following outline approval 2 Guidance for RM form
Variation of Condition Form Application for removal or variation of a condition following grant of planning permission 2 Guidance for Variation of Condition form
Details Reserved by Condition Form Application for approval of details reserved by condition 2 Guidance for Details Reserved by Condition form
Extension of Time Limit Form Application for a new permission to replace an extant permission in order to extend the time limit for implementation 2 Guidance for Extension of time limit form
Non-material Amendment Form Application for non-material amendment following a grant of planning permission 2 Guidance for Non-Material Amendment form

Other Miscellaneous Forms


Proposed Demolition Site Notice [pdf document]

This should be completed in conjunction with the Demolition Determination and submitted with the application.  One completed notice should be displayed on or near the site in accordance with the guidance accompanying the Demolition Determination.

Notice to owner [pdf document]

This form should be used to inform the owner (or part owner) of a site that an application is being made on his/her land or property.  This only applies if the applicant is not the sole owner of the site.  The completed form should be sent to the owner.

Press notice [pdf document]

This form should be used to provide details about the application to the press for publication. 

Article 7 certificates C and D [pdf document]