How do I make a planning application?

Planning applications are made on standard forms supplied by the Local Authority. There are two main types of planning application:

FULL - This is where detailed information and scaled, metric plans and drawings have to be provided. The majority of applications are made in this way.

OUTLINE - This may be appropriate for larger-scale new developments, to decide whether your proposal is suitable in principle before drawing up detailed plans. The details, known as ‘reserved matters’, will then need to be approved later.

For most domestic projects you will need an architect to help you with the design, drawing and submission of your planning application. It generally takes 8 weeks from submission of a planning application to a decision. You will require a location plan and a statutory application fee to accompany your application.