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View and comment on valid planning applications.
Building Safety Levy: starts 1 October 2026

The Building Safety Levy (BSL) will come into effect on 1 October 2026. It is a tax on new dwellings and new bedspaces in purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA).

Developers must pay the levy on certain building control applications or notices before completion or occupation of the building. The Council will collect the levy.

The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025 sets out how the levy will operate.

Planning Portal maintenance

We are undertaking essential maintenance on our DMS and Acolaid systems.

This may affect access to the IDOX Planning Portal for a short period. We are working to minimise disruption and restore normal service as quickly as possible.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Using our planning website

How to use our website to search for planning applications and comment on them.

Guide to commenting on planning applications

Find out how to comment on planning applications that affect you.

Public notices

See public notices for developments, including major developments and those in conservation areas.

Have your say: Local Validation Requirements

We’re consulting on proposed updates to our Local Validation Requirements for planning applications. The consultation runs until 29 September 2026.

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