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In this section you will find advice and information about planning permission, planning applications and Enforcement, conservation and tree preservation.
Complying with Building Regulations - the responsibility for technical and safety issues relating to the construction of new buildings and modification of existing buildings, is dealt with by the Building Control team.
The Council also works in partnership with UKPlanning.com to provide online access to valid planning applications that have been submitted since 8 July 2002. You may view a weekly planning register, individual planning applications and related documents and drawings, track the progress of the applications, submit comments and view the final decision reached, including any conditions that have been applied or reasons for refusal.
Thanet District Council works in partnership with the national Planning Portal an online resource providing help, information and guidance on the planning process operating in England and Wales.
The Planning Portal offers five key sections:
Introduces the planning system and the application process that operates in England and Wales. It is aimed at both residents and businesses. It explains why planning controls are necessary and what types of work require planning permission.
Lets you create and submit electronic applications. Thanet Council can accept electronic applications and their payment.
You can also use this section to complete a typed application form, supported by online help and a fees calculator. The form can be printed off and posted with your payment.
You can also use the Planning Portal's option to purchase site location plans to accompany your application.
Explains the planning appeals process. This includes:
The Planning Inspectorate is working towards making the appeals process fully electronic so that applications and comments can be made online. This is already available for Enforcement Appeals and it is anticipated that Planning Appeals will be added later this year.
Assists planning professionals or anyone with an in-depth interest in town and country planning. It includes:
These prevent people exercising 'permitted development' rights (i.e. development which does not need planning permission, in certain circumstances).
There are now Article 4 Directions in place in part of the Ramsgate and Pegwell conservation area
Any planning decision will take account of the Thanet Local Plan and the Kent and Medway Structure Plan.
Development Services
E-mail:
planning.services@ thanet.gov.uk
Tel: 01843 577000