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What is an Article 4? An Article 4 Direction is a special planning regulation that gives extra planning control in a chosen area. (For example, a Conservation Area). A Local Planning Authority (LPA) may have removed your permitted development rights by issuing an 'Article 4' direction. It can remove permitted development rights for: extensions porches replacement of windows and/or doors painting the exterior of a buildin.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-advice-and-guidance/article-4s/

Last updated: 26/02/2025 09:48:31

Days to validate applications Introduction This area provides information to Planning Agents who regularly submit planning applications to Cornwall Council. If you think anything is missing or have any feedback please email: planning@cornwall.gov.uk Officers are available by email and can pick up calls via MS Teams via 01872 322222. Officers will get back to you as soon as possible. Please can we ask that agents remain .....

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

Last updated: 13/04/2026 15:22:17

Depending on the work you're doing you might need to get building regulation approval or planning permission, or both. If you go ahead without permission or approval, you might end up having to put things back to how they were. The owner of the property or land is responsible for meeting the relevant planning rules and building regulations. This is the case with all building work. Are you unsure about the differences betw.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/building-control/do-i-need-building-control/

Last updated: 05/03/2026 09:02:50

All charges listed on this page are inclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise. Administration charge £12 The administration charge applies, irrespective of the total payable fee relating to “copying charges”. The administration fee is charged per application site. One administration fee charged per site/request within 10 working days. An additional fee is payable after this time. The Council reserves the right to request.....

http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/fees-and-additional-services/departmental-service-charges/

Last updated: 03/01/2026 08:00:31

European Sites Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)The European Sites Mitigation Supplementary Planning Document is formally adopted by the Council. The document has been prepared to provide guidance on mitigating the impact of development on European Sites.European Sites Mitigation SPDAStatement of Adoption has been prepared which accompanies the SPD.If your development will have an adverse affect on a European nature c.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/european-sites-mitigation-spd/

Last updated: 18/06/2026 12:32:51

Cornwall Council’s Planning Enforcement Plan sets out our procedures for dealing with alleged breaches of planning control. It explains how the Council best uses its planning enforcement resources. What if a report is made about work on my property The Council recognises that finding out that someone has reported an alleged development or activity on your property to the Council can cause anxiety. It's important that we m.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-enforcement/planning-enforcement-plan/what-can-happen-in-a-planning-enforcement-investigation/

Last updated: 30/04/2024 09:53:43

Planning applications Application types that need to submit a Form 1 The applications required to submit a CIL Form 1 are shown in the Validation Guide. Reserved Matters where the Outline application is determined before 1 January 2019 The Reserved Matters applications are not CIL liable or chargeable. Demolition of an existing building before planning permission is granted Existing floorspace is only considered if the bu.....

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

Last updated: 04/07/2023 11:13:48

Using this guidanceThis page explains how to prepare a neighbourhood plan in Cornwall including the support we offer and our local expectations.You should read this guidance alongside the Government's neighbourhood planning toolkit:Neighbourhood planning toolkitThe national toolkit:Explains the statutory process and legal requirementsSets out the key stages of plan-makingProvides detailed guidance on specific topics (writ.....

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/neighbourhood-planning/preparing-a-neighbourhood-plan/

Last updated: 24/06/2026 14:00:13

Role of local councils in planning The local council protocol (updated November 2023) sets out how local councils are involved in the application process. Please see the role of local councils in planning page for more information on other aspects. You can find our quarterly planning newsletters with items of specific interest for Local Councils on our Planning News webpage. Planning application documents The Head of Pl.....

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

Last updated: 23/04/2026 15:07:25

Renewable Energy Landscape Sensitivity Assessment  In preparing the climate emergency Development Plan Document a Renewable Energy Landscape Sensitivity assessment was carried out. The reports and associated maps that form part of the evidence base for the Climate Emergency DPD as it proceeds to Examination in public, are available to view below.     

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/climate-emergency-development-plan-document/climate-emergency-dpd-renewable-energy-sensitivity-assessment/

Last updated: 19/05/2022 15:33:02