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Hazardous Substances Consents

This page gives details of when Hazardous Substance Consent is required, how to apply and how to access the public register of sites with a Hazardous Substance consent. When consent is required Hazardous Substance Consent is required for: Substances listed as hazardous; which are; On a site at, or in excess of, the 'controlled quantity' As set out in the Planning (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2015 Applications for .....

Last updated: 30/11/2022 11:40:10


Launceston Southern Growth Area Concept Plan

Launceston Town Council and Cornwall Council have prepared a concept plan that focuses on an area south of Launceston.  It takes a proactive approach to how it believes development in this area should come forward. A public consultation ran from 29 June to 10 August 2020. Following this, Launceston Town Council reviewed a summary of the comments and amendments. Cornwall Council adopted the Concept Plan on 19 October 2020 .....

Last updated: 09/04/2021 12:21:47


Permissions for large events

You may need several different types of permission to hold your event; planning permission or licences or consent of the landowner of your event site You should provide at least 3 months’ notice of an event to allow time for licences/permissions to be issued. It can take 3-12 months to get the permissions you need, so get in touch with us and any other relevant parties as early as possible. In the first instance return .....

Last updated: 16/07/2025 08:58:34


Make a better application

This page offers information how to submit a better application.  For information how to make a planning application visit the Make a planning application web page. Submitting your application The best way to submit your application is via the Planning Portal. Over 77% of applications are currently submitted via the Planning Portal. Benefits include: Planning fee is paid at time of submission Less invalid applications on.....

Last updated: 18/11/2022 10:51:10


How to solve common issues

If you are having problems using our website, try our self help topics below. If your question is not answered here, please contact us using the details on this page. Logging in to your website account Forgotten password Step by step instructions if you have forgotten your password Planning applications Unable to login to your planning application Planning applications are created on the Planning Portal not the Cornwall C.....

Last updated: 03/02/2026 16:14:36


Demolition of Buildings and Structures

This page provides information and guidance regarding demolition of buildings. It includes guidance on: When planning permission is required; and Other considerations such building regulations. Do I need planning permission The below is for guidance only. Planning permission or prior approval may be required to demolish a building; it depends on a number of factors such as the type and size of the building and its locat.....

Last updated: 03/06/2025 14:54:16


Our latest planting projects

Forest for Cornwall supports a huge range of projects. Here is a small sample of the work that the team have been doing with communities, organisations, farmers and landholders. Woodland Creation: We have supported many farmers and landholders to access the Forestry Commission’s England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) funding. This is for larger planting projects of more than one hectare in total. Court Farm is an example .....

Last updated: 30/07/2025 12:04:52


Future support needs and end of life

As the person you care for grows older, their needs may change, and new challenges might arise that make it difficult- or impossible- for you to continue caring for them in the same way. Thinking ahead and making plans now can help you feel more prepared if things change. It’s also important to consider the possibility that, in the future, the person you care for might no longer be able to make decisions about their own c.....

Last updated: 06/06/2025 15:46:55


Cornwall Council Business Continuity Planning

Emergency events are indiscriminate. They can threaten human welfare and damage the environment. This can lead to disrupted council services, utilities and everyday normal life. The Cornwall Council Emergency Response Framework provides guidance to the Council. This will be on the actions to be taken when advised of an emergency, whether actual or potential. This will allow the Council to effectively respond to and manage.....

Last updated: 11/07/2024 11:09:29


Fire safety for large events

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, event organisers are responsible for fire safety at the event venue.  You must: Adequately asses the risk of fire Take steps to stop fires from starting or to limit the spread of fire Provide adequate systems of fire warnings and means of escape If you are using tents or marquees, you will need to pay specific attention to keeping fire exits clear and well signed at .....

Last updated: 06/05/2021 09:13:31


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