Planning (also known as Development Control) is the process, laid down in legislation, which regulates the development and use of land and buildings. Our dedicated staff deal with over 700 planning and related applications which are submitted to the council each year.

The council encourages and facilitates appropriate development, recognising its significance in building and protecting a healthy economy and environment.  The Council also has the responsibility to carefully consider the potential impacts of proposed developments in order to protect the public interest from inappropriate development.