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You can send us a pre-application enquiry.

We can give you advice before you make a planning application.

  • Make a pre-application enquiry

    Ask for formal advice before you make a planning or listed building application.

  • Advice for major planning proposals

    Pre-application advice for larger proposals and information on our planning protocol.

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    Advice on involving the local community before making a major development application.

  • Apply for a Design Review

    Apply for a Design Review before you make a submission for a major scheme.

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