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Street naming and numbering

​Apply for street naming and numbering for new properties and developments, or to change the name of your property.
Changes to the Scheme of Delegation

On 29 March 2023, members agreed changes to the Council’s constitution and scheme of delegation.

The new scheme will be applied to applications with a Statutory Start Date of 30 March 2023 or later.  The changes are:

  • 10 or more objections will be required to trigger a planning committee meeting 
  • A scheme with an amenity society objection will be referred to a Chairs’ Review meeting

Application form

Apply for new street names and numbers or to change your property name.

Application guidelines

Guidelines to help you complete your application for street naming and numbering.

Protocols

Learn about the street and building naming and numbering process and related protocols.

Legislation

​See legal information relating to street naming and numbering.