Information for Planning Agents

Planning Agent Workshops - We are now taking bookings for a new series of regional Planning Portal workshops. Click here for dates, locations and booking information.

A note on the validation of applications delivered via the Planning Portal

On receipt of the application, the authority determines whether it is valid based upon the information submitted. Applications are checked to ensure appropriate information and documentation has been received to enable the authority to make a determination of the proposal.

If the authority deems that the application is invalid, the applicant/agent will be contacted to supply further information. Generally an authority will allow 14 days for submission of the information and on receipt, will continue to register, validate and proceed to make a decision based upon the complete application.

Please note that the additional information needed to process an application may differ between authorities, National Parks, Metropolitan Boroughs or District Councils.

General Information for Agents

The Planning Portal offers a wide range of interactive services and guidance on the planning system for Planning Agents, Consultants and Professional Users.

To make an Online Application you will need to set up an Account for you or your company, click on the Register button above to begin.

Once you have registered you can submit a planning application. Please click on 'Applications' in the left hand menu to start making an application.

To read government guidance, including PPGs, Circulars, and Good Practice Guides for England, click on the 'Policy' link on the left.

Please send us your feedback on what additional services and advice you'd like to see on the Planning Portal.