Submit a planning application

Before you start

Our validation checklists tell you what we need to register your application. They help to make sure you give us all the information we need. If you don't, we will have to contact you for more which can lead to delays.

Before you submit an application you should:

• check the validation checklist
• view the application list requirement matrix
• if your application is for minerals or waste, check the minerals and waste validation checklist
• use the fee calculator on the planning portal to work out what it will cost (in most, but not all cases there is a fee)

• view advice note explaining the requirements of Regulations 75 to 77 of the Conservation of Habitats Regulations 2017 

Paper copies of forms

We always suggest that you apply online but you can get all the forms from the Planning Portal if you need paper copies:

1. download the forms
2. email or post them to us

Application types not currently available online:

• Modification or discharge of a Section 106 planning obligation

Minerals and waste planning applications

Planning application forms for minerals development are not available from the Planning Portal. Any application relating to minerals development should use the minerals application form.

The following documents are also available to download:

• supplementary information
• land ownership/agriculture holders certificate
• notice of application for planning permission (notice No.1)
• minerals application guidance notes 

Please note that both the landowner certificate and the agriculture holders certificate need to be completed and signed.

In the case of waste management facilities, there may also be a need to apply for a waste management licence or an integrated pollution prevention control (IPPC) consent – or to obtain confirmation that the development is exempt from these requirements. Please contact the Environment Agency.