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Central government has asked us to explore plans to create a new, single council to deliver all your services - from bin collections and street cleaning to schools, roads and care services. Find out more and give your views by 1 September. 

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Planning application guidance

The best way to apply for planning permission is through the government's planning portal website.

  • National planning validation guidance

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  • Contaminated land redevelopment guide

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  • Environmental health technical guide on noise vibration

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  • External artificial lighting guidance

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  • Outdoor advertisements and signs guide

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  • Local planning validation guidance

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  • Validation Matrix

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  • Unilateral Undertaking SAC - Mortgage LDC Amended

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  • Unilateral Undertaking SAC - No mortgage LDC

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  • Application form for householders in flood risk zones

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  • Planning application fees

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