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 Planning Application Forms

Summary

The best way to apply for planning permission is to do it online through the Planning Portal, but if you're unable to do so then you can download the application forms, checklists and guidance notes from below.


Quicklinks

The Planning Portal - applying for permission on-line

The best way to apply for planning permission is to do it online through the Planning Portal. Here you can make your planning application entirely online by completing an electronic form and attaching any plans and drawings (so long as they are in electronic format such as PDF or word documents).

To take advantage of this facility you will need to register (a simple quick free of charge process) as a new user if you haven’t already.

The Planning Portal has some useful guidance notes and video tutorials covering all aspects of making an application online.  If you need any additional help with completing the application forms, please contact Planning Customer Services on 01473 825858. 

The Planning Portal also has some useful online tools including fee and volume calculators, you can also create a site location plan to support you application.

Applications on paper forms

If you are unable to apply on-line, you can download and print the Application Forms and Guidance Notes by following the links below.
We have now switched to the new National Standard Planning Application Forms also know as 1APP forms, so please make sure you use either the on-line application method via the Planning Portal, or the forms linked at the bottom of this page.

We will not be able to accept applications on older versions of the Application Form.

Who can make an application?

Anyone is allowed to make a planning application in respect of any land or buildings. They do not have to own the land or buildings freehold or have any other ownership interest in it.  However the applicant is required to give notice of the planning application to any person who on the prescribed date (i.e. 21 days before the date of the application) is the owner or tenant of the land or building in question. See forms below:

Form for notification of Householder applications:
Householder development application Article 6 notice

Form for notification of other types of application:
Agricultural and other development application notice (PDF, 14kb)

In the event that the owner is not known to the applicant, an advert based upon the forms above should be placed in a local newspaper.  The applicant should also ensure that the appropriate notification has been carried out & the appropriate certificate has been completed on the planning application forms (Certificate A, B, C or D).

What do I need to submit with a planning application?

It is up to you to make sure your application is made correctly, and that any plans or drawings are clear and accurate. If you are not sure how to do this seek professional advice.

Available to download or view below are checklists for each type of application detailing what documentation is required along with guidance notes on how to complete the application form.

All of the national requirements listed in each of the checklists below must be satisfied when an application is submitted.  As it is not possible to identify the local requirements for every type of development proposal, it is recommended applicants consult the Local Validation Requirements document (PDF, 305kb). This provides anyone submitting a planning application with detailed guidance on the type of information required including a glossary detailing in what circumstances additional documentation is required (Annex B).

Failure to provide all of the information needed to satisfy the national and relevant local requirements will invalidate the application and it will be returned to you.

You will save a considerable amount of time by ensuring the application forms are fully complete and all the necessary supporting documents referred to in the checklists  below relevant to your application are submitted together with the correct fee.

Calculate the correct fee

Application fees are set by Central Government and the amount of fee varies with the type of application; it is non refundable if an application is withdrawn or refused. For further information please go to the page Planning fees and Planning Fees - FAQs.

Site location and block plans

In order to support your planning application you will need to provide a plan showing the location and the boundaries of the application site; often a block plan is required too. For more detail on what documentation you require see the relevant checklist below for your application.

Government regulations require the submission of a detailed site location plan to ease identification of application sites and surrounding streets. It ensures District Councils visit the correct location, notify the correct neighbours and avoid any unnecessary discrepancies.

You can buy ordnance survey based maps from Babergh District Council at scales of: 1:2500, 1:1250 and 1:500. Contact planning customer services on 01473 825858 for more information or email planningcontrol@babergh.gov.uk. There is a fee of £26.31 for 6 copies or less.

Alternatively you can buy maps online from the planning portal.

 If you are not sure which application form you need visit the choose and print forms section on the Planning Portal or alternatively contact Planning Customer Services on 01473 825858. 

Planning Application Forms, Guidance Notes and Checklists

 


    Application Type                                Application Form                             Checklist                               Guidance Note
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    HOUSEHOLDER FORMS
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A    Householder application        Application A (PDF, 300Kb)        Checklist A (PDF, 33Kb)        Guidance A (PDF, 56Kb)
      for planning permission
      for works or extension
      to a dwelling
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B    Householder application        Application B (PDF, 298Kb)        Checklist B (PDF, 34Kb)        Guidance B (PDF, 58Kb)
      for planning permission
      for works or extension
      to a dwelling and 
      conservation area consent
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C   Householder application         Application C (PDF, 302Kb)        Checklist C (PDF, 33Kb)        Guidance C (PDF, 67Kb)
      for planning permission                             
      for works or extension
      to dwelling and listed
      building consent

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   FULL PLANNING PERMISSION
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D    Application for planning          Application D (PDF, 331Kb)        Checklist D (PDF, 37Kb)        Guidance D (PDF, 96Kb)
      permission
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G    Application for planning          Application G (PDF, 331Kb)        Checklist G (PDF, 38Kb)        Guidance G (PDF, 98Kb)
       permission and
       conservation area
       consent for demolition
       in a conservation area
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H    Application for planning          Application H (PDF, 336Kb)        Checklist H (PDF, 36Kb)        Guidance H (PDF, 109Kb)
      permission and listed
      building consent for
      alterations, extension or
      demolition of a listed
      building
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I     Application for planning           Application I (PDF, 340Kb)           Checklist I (PDF, 36Kb)         Guidance I (PDF, 102Kb)
      permission and                                      
      consent to display
      advertisement(s)

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  OUTLINE PERMISSION
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E    Application for outline              Application E (PDF, 335Kb)        Checklist E (PDF, 41Kb)        Guidance E (PDF, 96Kb)
      planning permission
      with some matters
      reserved
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F    Application for outline               Application F (PDF, 325Kb)        Checklist F (PDF, 34Kb)        Guidance F (PDF, 62Kb)
      planning permission
      with all matters
      reserved

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LISTED BUILDING CONSENT
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K    Application for listed                 Application K (PDF, 299Kb)        Checklist K (PDF, 37Kb)        Guidance K (PDF, 48Kb)
       building consent for
       alterations, extension
       or demolition of a listed
       building

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CONSERVATION AREA CONSENT
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J    Application for                           Application J (PDF, 292Kb)         Checklist J (PDF, 31Kb)        Guidance J (PDF, 37Kb) 
      conservation area
      consent for
      demolition in a
      conservation area

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ADVERTISEMENT CONSENT
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L    Application for                           Application L (PDF, 295Kb)         Checklist L (PDF, 33Kb)        Guidance L (PDF, 27Kb)
      consent to display
      advertisement(s)

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TREE AND HEDGE WORKS
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U    Application for hedgerow        Application U (PDF, 287Kb)        Checklist U (PDF, 28Kb)        Guidance U (PDF,25Kb)
      removal notice
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Z    Application for tree works:       Application Z (PDF, 290Kb)        Checklist Z (PDF, 33Kb)        Guidance Z (PDF, 97Kb)
      works to trees subject to 
      a Tree Preservation Order
      (TPO) and/or notification of
      proposed works to trees 
      in conservation areas (CA)

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LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE
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N    Application for a Lawful           Application N (PDF, 304Kb)        Checklist N (PDF, 33Kb)        Guidance N (PDF, 36Kb)
      Development Certificate
      for an existing use or
      operation or activity
      including those in breach
      of a planning condition
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O    Application for a Lawful           Application O (PDF, 291Kb)        Checklist O (PDF, 33Kb)       Guidance O (PDF, 23Kb)
       Development Certificate
       for a proposed use or
       development
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P    Application for prior                   Application P (PDF, 288Kb)        Checklist P (PDF, 32Kb)       Guidance P (PDF, 20Kb)
      notification of proposed
      agricultural development
      - proposed building
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Q    Application for prior                  Application Q (PDF, 287Kb)        Checklist Q (PDF, 107Kb)     Guidance Q (PDF, 18Kb)
       notification of proposed
       agricultural or forestry
       development - proposed
       road
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R    Application for prior                   Application R (PDF, 287Kb)       Checklist R (PDF, 66Kb)        Guidance R (PDF, 19Kb)
       notification of
       agricultural or forestry
       development - 
       excavation/waste material
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S    Application for prior                   Application S (PDF, 287Kb)        Checklist S (PDF, 27Kb)        Guidance S (PDF, 19Kb)
      notification of proposed
      agricultural or forestry 
      development
      - proposed fish tank
      (cage)
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T    Application for prior                   Application T (PDF, 287Kb)        Checklist T (PDF, 28Kb)        Guidance T (PDF, 24Kb)
      notification of proposed
      development by
      telecommunications code
      system operators
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V    Application for prior                  Application V (PDF, 287Kb)        Checklist V (PDF, 28Kb)        Guidance V (PDF, 18Kb)
      notification of proposed
      demolition

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RESERVED MATTERS AND REMOVAL OR VARIATION OF CONDITION
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W    Application for approval          Application W (PDF, 289Kb)       Checklist W (PDF, 46Kb)       Guidance W (PDF, 33Kb)
       of reserved matters
       following outline
       approval 
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X    Application for removal            Application X (PDF, 293Kb)        Checklist X (PDF, 37Kb)        Guidance X (PDF, 34Kb)
      or variation of a
      condition following a
      grant of planning
      permission
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Y    Application for approval           Application Y (PDF, 287Kb)        Checklist (PDF, 28Kb)          Guidance Y (PDF, 18Kb)
      of details reserved by                                  
      condition

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EXTENSION OF TIME LIMIT
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Application for a New                    Application Form (PDF, 311kb)        Checklist PDF, 21kb)        Guidance Notes (PDF, 15kb)
Planning Permission                     Helptext (PDF, 43kb)
to replace an Extant
Planning Permission,
Associated Listed Building
and/or Conservation Area
Consents in Order to
Extend the Time Limit
for Implementation     
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NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENTS (MINOR AMENDMENTS)
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Application for a                             Application form (PDF, 257kb)        Checklist (PDF, 17kb)        Guidance Notes (PDF, 10kb)
Non-material Amendment                Helptext (PDF, 30kb)
Following a Grant of
Planning Permission
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External links ...

Planning Portal logo
Planning Portal
The Planning Portal is the UK Government's online planning and building regulations resource for England and Wales. Use this site to learn about planning and building regulations, apply for planning permission, find out about development near you, appeal against a decision and research government policy.
Planning Portal - front page
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Planning Portal - application forms
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Planning Portal - Householder development application (article 6) notice.

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Contact us...

Team:
Planning
Telephone:
01473 825858
Minicom/textphone:
01473 825878
Fax:
01473 825708
Address:
Babergh District Council,
Corks Lane,
Hadleigh,
IPSWICH
IP7 6SJ

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