Development Control

Development Control is responsible for the determination and monitoring of planning applications, and other associated applications (listed building consent, advertisement consent etc) submitted to the National Park Authority Council under Planning Acts and other legislation.

Most building work, engineering work and use of land requires planning permission, and the purpose of development control is to ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with local and national planning guidance. Many of the issues relating to planning are contained on the Communities and Local Government website.

The National Park Authority is also responsible for the administration and management of matters relating to trees covered by Tree Preservation Orders and trees in conservation areas.

This work involves the survey and inspection of trees for inclusion in new Tree Preservation Orders, the consideration of proposals by owners to fell or prune trees covered by Orders, and where necessary, the provision of technical and professional advice to owners and developers on matters related to protected trees.

Planning Officers are available to offer advice and guidance if you are proposing to submit an application.

Email: planning@nnpa.org.uk
Telephone: 01434 611508
Fax: 01434 611679