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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 .....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/countryside/forest-for-cornwall-programme/what-is-forest-for-cornwall/our-latest-planting-projects/

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

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.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/carers/future-support-needs-and-end-of-life/

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

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.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-advice-and-guidance/demolition-of-buildings-and-structures/

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

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.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/people-and-communities/emergency-management/business-continuity/cornwall-council-business-continuity-planning/

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

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 .....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/organising-an-event/fire-safety-for-large-events/

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

This page provides information and guidance regarding Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points. It includes guidance on: When planning permission is required; and Other considerations such as licences and building regulations. Do I need planning permission? Off-street parking such as a driveway or garage In most cases, you do not need planning permission to install a home EV charger. This is only if you meet certain condi.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-advice-and-guidance/electric-vehicle-ev-charging-points/

Last updated: 23/02/2026 16:13:47

What is a Local Development Order? A Local Development Order (LDO) is a simple tool. It allows a Local Planning Authority to introduce new permitted development rights. LDOs are flexible and consistent with local determination. They are part of a move to remove bureaucracy. As well as redefining issues where planning makes a contribution to the local area.  LDOs are a means for the planning system to add incentives to dev.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/local-development-orders/

Last updated: 28/04/2021 06:16:01

Cornwall Council leader, Councillor Leigh Frost, has written to Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, asking for urgent clarity on whether Cornwall will continue to receive vital Local Growth Funding after March 2026.The letter comes in response to recent announcements that suggest future growth investment may be targeted only at mayoral city regions, raising fears that Cornwall could be excluded from long-term funding essen.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news/council-budgets-and-economy/council-leader-asks-prime-minster-is-government-planning-to-phase-out-funding-for-cornwall/

Last updated: 30/06/2025 08:50:01

Letter from the Chief Planner On 30 January 2024, the Chief Planner published a letter. It provides an update on the designation of sensitive catchment areas and upgrades to wastewater treatment works. Guidance from Natural England Natural England published updated guidance in November 2022. NECR459 Edition 1 Nutrient Neutrality Generic Methodology updated the previous document in March. Natural England released anew nat.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-applications/government-and-natural-england-advice/

Last updated: 24/02/2026 12:10:30

Please visit the CIL Fund page for details of the next CIL funding round. The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Charging Schedule came into effect in Cornwall on 1 January 2019. This means that any development granted permission after this date may be liable to pay the levy. CIL allows local authorities to raise funds from new building projects undertaken in their area. It is governed by the CIL Regulations 2010 (as ame.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/developer-contributions/community-infrastructure-levy-cil/

Last updated: 30/12/2025 11:06:38