Apply for planning permission

Before you apply

Advice on whether or not you require planning permission is available on the Planning Portal. The Planning Portal allows you to explore interactive houses which provide guidance on many common householder projects.

If you do need planning permission you may want to consider seeking pre-application advice. This is a service we offer to inform you whether the application you are proposing is likely to be successful.

Make a valid planning application

You can check how to make a valid planning application by reading our information requirements for planning applications page. Somerset now has a single Local Validation Checklist.

Apply for planning permission

You can apply for planning permission using the National Planning Portal. Printable forms are also available on the Planning Portal.

Planning application fees and charges

There are many different types of planning applications, and which one you need will depend on the work that you want to do. Read about the different types of planning applications and the fees required.

Forms not available on the Planning Portal

• Mineral applications – See our Apply for planning permission for a minerals development page for information on how to apply.
• Modification or Discharge of Planning Obligation – See our Application for the Modification or Discharge of Planning Obligations form and Guidance Notes for Applicants.