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These documents:Provide a baseline for the Local Plan and describe Cornwall as it is currentlyInform the development of the Local Plan's strategy and policiesProvide the basis for decisions about development needs and locationsSupport the Local Plan through independent examinationAll the documents we rely upon in preparing the Local Plan are in accordance with the Town and Country Planing (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026 (Regulation 8).How to use this pageDocuments are by topic to make them easier to find. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/evidence/

Last updated: 17/08/2026 12:00:08

This section includes guides to help developers at each stage of the planning process.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/affordable-housing/information-for-developers/

Last updated: 03/10/2024 13:50:51

Find out which retirement applies to you   Planning The first step you will need to take is to see what the value of your benefits are; this is to check you can meet the needs of your retirement.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/active-members/thinking-of-retirement/

Last updated: 07/01/2026 08:42:48

Notice of intention to commence preparation of the Cornwall Local PlanThe Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026, Part 4, Regulation 19Cornwall Council gives notice of its intention to commence preparation of a new local plan, which is to be referred to as the Cornwall Local Plan (CLP).The CLP will cover the administrative boundary of Cornwall (ONS E06000052) as shown on the map.The CLP timetable is available to be viewed at Local Plan TimetableThe Council expects to start the 30-month plan preparation process on 25th January 2027....The CLP will also include strategic policies on minerals and waste.A copy of this notice can be viewed on request at during normal opening hours at:New County Hall,Treyew Road,Truro,TR1 3AYIt can  also be viewed via the following link Notice to Prepare the Cornwall Local Plan.Dated 30th April 2026Louise Wood, Service Director for Planning and Housing (Chief Planning Officer) Cornwall Council

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/notice-to-prepare-the-cornwall-local-plan/

Last updated: 13/08/2026 14:40:14

plus - £428Full - £536Follow up query via virtual meeting with bullet email response - £268 (Only available if you have received pre-application advice in the last 3 months and wish to discuss the contents of the planning officer's response)Discharge of condition (per condition, telephone/virtual meeting and written response) - £161 (Planning application reference must be quoted)2-9 Dwellings or site area below 0.5 haDesktop - £749Desktop Plus - £857Full - £1,070Follow up (can include up to a 30 mins call and email with bullet point response) - £536 (Only available if you have received pre-application advice in the last 3 months and wish to discuss the contents of the planning officer's response)Discharge of condition (per condition, telephone/virtual meeting and written response) - £268 (Planning application reference must be quoted)Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) adviceThis advice can be requested as part of the planning pre-application advice service, for an additional fee or as stand-alone...advice without requesting planning pre-application advice.Fixed charge to include a telephone/virtual meeting up to 1 hour (site meeting at the discretion of the case officer) and 1 letter giving advice - £381Further advice, hourly rate - £119Sustainable Energy and Construction (Policy SEC1) adviceThis advice can be requested as part of the planning pre-application advice service, for an additional fee or as stand-alone advice without requesting planning pre-application advice.Fixed charge to include a telephone/virtual meeting up to 1 hour and 1 letter giving advice - £381Further advice, hourly rate - £119Please note this service does not offer site meetings.Historic Environment Officer advice – Building and Conservation and/or ArchaeologyThis advice can be requested as part of the planning pre-application advice service, for an additional fee or as stand-alone advice without requesting planning pre-application advice.Written response and a telephone/virtual meeting up to 1 hour (a site...meeting is at the discretion of the case officer) - £381Additional support in addition to the above (per hour) - £119Discharge of Condition (per condition, telephone/virtual meeting and written response) £178.50 (Planning application reference and condition number must be quoted)Land Agent adviceAdvice on agricultural dwellings (including lifting of planning restriction).

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/fees-and-additional-services/planning-pre-application-advice-services/

Last updated: 16/07/2026 11:56:25

Pre applications can be submitted, if you know you require planning permission and you wish to receive advice from a case officer or consultee service prior to the submission of a formal planning application....The pre-application process should not be used for confirmation as to whether planning permission or other planning consents are required or not required. ...Pre-application fees Householder enquiry If you wish to alter or extend your home, a householder pre application can be submitted if you know planning is required, for more guidance please view our webpages on: Householder Guidance Design The Planning Portal website offers quality planning advice.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-advice-and-guidance/pre-application-advice/

Last updated: 05/05/2026 13:20:59

Information on Permitted Development rightsYou can do certain types of development without applying for Planning Permission....It is set out in the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development)(England) Order 2015.You can find guidance on the rules that relate to permitted development on the Planning Portal website.Common projectsYou can find information on:whether development you wish to carry out is permitted development, orwhether you need to submit a planning applicationon our Do I need planning permission or building control webpage, or visit the Planning Portal's Interactive House. ...To get the formal opinion, you need to submit a Lawful Development Certificate for assessment.You can find more information on solar panels on our Solar panels and planning permission webpage.Building ControlWhilst you may not need planning permission for some projects, there is still a legal requirement to get building regulations approval for works involving structural changes.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-advice-and-guidance/permitted-development-rights/

Last updated: 12/08/2026 09:35:01

It must follow regulations made by Government Those Regulations are the Town and Country Planning (local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026....It must also contain prescribed content under section 15b of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.Cornwall Council has given notice of its intention to commence preparation of a new local plan, which is to be referred to as the Cornwall Local Plan (CLP).The Local Plan will cover the whole area of Cornwall.The CLP will set out the spatial vision and strategic objectives for the future development of Cornwall....scoping consultation will be undertaken to inform its detailed content.The CLP will include strategic policies on minerals and waste.The Council does not intend to prepare any supplementary plans at this time.ActivityDateNotice given of intention to commence local plan preparation30 April 2026Scoping consultation starts5 October 2026Scoping consultation ends16 November 2026Gateway 1 self-assessment summary made available25 January 2027Consultation on proposed local plan content and evidence starts10 May 2027Consultation on proposed local plan content and evidence ends21 June 2027Observations and advice sought under Gateway 213 September 2027Consultation on the proposed local plan starts13 March 2028Consultation on the proposed local plan ends24 April 2028Observations and advice sought under Gateway 33 July 2028Plan submission for examination11 November 2028Anticipated date for plan adoption23 June 2029 This timetable satisfies the requirements of Regulations 4 and 5 of the Town and Country Planning

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/local-plan-timetable/

Last updated: 30/07/2026 13:51:46

These documents are material planning considerations for planning applications....Cornwall Council adopted the plan in October 2020 as planning guidance to inform planning applications for the site....The plan is now planning guidance to inform planning applications for the site.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/places/

Last updated: 14/01/2025 11:56:39

The Regulation 20 scoping stage is the starting point for our Local Plan process under the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026.At this stage, we will be seeking views on:The Baseline and scope of the Plan (what Cornwall is like now and what topics the plan could address)The vision for CornwallOur engagement strategy for inclusive participationThe key sustainability issues the Cornwall Local Plan should consider through the Integrated Sustainability Appraisal (ISA) Scoping ReportDocuments for consultationIn line with Regulation 20, we will be consulting on these documents:Baseline and draft scope of the Cornwall Local Plan - Setting out information about Cornwall now and the broad themes and issues that should be covered. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/cornwall-local-plan-2050/scoping-and-engagement/

Last updated: 30/07/2026 14:30:01