The city council is responsible for the planning functions within the city.  These include preparing a Local Development Framework that sets out policies for all planning decisions, and assessing and determining applications in accordance with those policies.

These pages will provide you with information about planning matters.  Please follow the links below to find the information you require.

• search for planning applications, where you can view plans and drawings, decisions, site histories and appeals
• make and pay for planning applications online via the Planning Portal
• download planning application forms and checklists
• view committee agendas, minutes and reports
• comment on planning applications
• advice and guidance with planning applications
• provide feedback on our service