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Planning

Building and landscape design services

Ensuring that new development meets local criteria in respect of land use, practicality (drainage, parking, access etc.) and environmental considerations.

Comment on a planning application

Look at and comment on or object to a planning application.

Community Infrastructure Levy

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) was introduced in April 2010 under Planning Act 2008 . It allows councils to fund infrastructure by charging on

Development control

Development management deals with planning applications and planning enforcement. It is part of the planning system where the Council regulates the provision

High hedges

How high hedge disputes are handled in waltham Forest.

Local Development Framework

The LDF provides the framework for handling planning applications in the Borough.

Local plans

The Council prepares local plans to address conservation and development issues and set out policies on these matters.

Planning advice and guidance

Guidance on the planning application process.

Planning appeals

Provides information and guidance on the appeals process if your application decision is not made within a set time limit or you disagree with the decision,

Planning applications

If a resident is thinking of making alterations to their house/flat they will need to consult the planning section to see if they require planning permission.

Planning decision notices

The local authority is required to issue a formal decision notice on all planning applications. Notices should clearly state whether planning permission

Planning enforcement

Planning enforcement deals with a wide range of alleged breach of planning control. The planning laws, which identifies what you can and cant do, are outlined

Planning policy consultations

Public participation is a key ingredient in the delivery of good planning outcomes. We want to ensure that our plans are supported by residents, stakeholders

Planning pre-application advice

Key information for residents prior to putting in a planning application

See also

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