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Planning application guidance

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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