Small and medium proposals advice

We offer pre-application advice for small and medium proposals.

Small proposals are:

• 1-3 units (including flat conversions)
• new build or extensions of 0sqm - 499sqm
• change of use - 100sqm - 499sqm
• telecoms masts and equipment
• advice on conditions, non-material amendments, minor material amendments

Medium proposals are:

• 4-9 units* (including flat conversions)
• new build or extensions of 500sqm - 999sqm
• change of use - 500sqm - 999sqm

*Units include HMO, co-living and student accommodation.

Our pre-application advice service may include site visits, or meetings, or a formal written response. In the case of site visits or meetings, the planning officer will contact you directly.

We usually provide a formal written response. This will happen within six weeks of your request unless otherwise agreed.

What the service costs 

• Small proposals: £1,222 (including VAT) 
• Medium proposals: £1,742 (including VAT)

See our pre-application advice charging schedule (PDF).

1. Download and compete the Pre-application form: small and medium proposals (PDF)
2. Pay, via the online form below, noting your payment reference number 
   • Pay for pre-application planning advice
3. Email it to planningvalidation@walthamforest.gov.uk, including your payment reference number

We’ll then confirm receipt and let you know how to proceed.

If you’re unsure how much to pay, complete the request form, and ask for payment guidance in the email.