Apply for Planning Permission

Follow this step-by-step guide to apply for planning permission from South Hams District Council.

You can avoid delays in processing your planning application by following these steps.

Some of the most common reasons that applications are delayed are:

  • the necessary application fee hasn't been paid;
  • the ownership certificate submitted is incorrect;
  • a site location plan hasn't been submitted - You can buy site plans here;
  • the plans submitted do not show the existing situation and the proposed scheme adequately or accurately.

  1. Check if you need planning permission

    There are a number of routes available to find out if your project needs planning permission.

  2. Types of planning permission

    Information about the various types of planning permissions the Council offers.

  3. Check validation documents

    Different planning applications will need different documents supplied as part of the validation process.

  4. Submit your application

    Submit your application online via the Planning Portal.

  5. Decision

    Once your application has been validated, it will be assigned to a planning officer, and published on our website for consultation. We will also place site notices in the area near your application site and in the local press.

  6. After the decision

    Once planning permission has been granted or refused, there are some additional steps.