How do I Apply for Planning Permission - Our Checklists
New forms and information requirements (known as validation criteria) were introduced nationally in April 2008.
The type of form needed and information required depends on the type of application you want to submit. The checklists below will help to make sure you get your application right first time. Just select the type of application you want to submit from the links below.
Application Form Contents List
Householder Application Forms:
- Including forms for householder applications relating to a listed building or residential property in a conservation area
Full and Outline Planning Forms:
- Including forms with some or all matters reserved
Listed Building and Conservation Area Forms:
- For demolitions and extensions to listed buildings and for demolitions in a conservation area (see householder and advertisements sections if appropriate)
- Including applications for planning permission with advertisement consent, and advertisement consent requirements for a listed building
- Including lawful development certificates, agricultural forms, forestry, hedgerow, tree works, applications for approval of reserved matters, telecommunications, demolition and variation/removal of conditions
You can also download our application requirements at the bottom of the page. If you're still not sure please see our Guide to Making an Application.
Making an Application Online
The Planning Portal is a national website that provides advice on various aspects of the planning process. You can use the Planning Portal to submit online applications to Birmingham City Council and to download hard copies of the form. The online application process may be easier than the paper form, as it helps prevent you from submitting an invalid application.
Application forms can be completed, plans, drawings and supporting documents can be attached and the fee can also be paid using a debit or credit card online.
You can contact the Planning Portal for help and assistance with applying online.
Building Work: Will I need anything else?
Don't forget you may need Building Regulations approval or other types of permission. You can find out if you need anything else here.
Ordnance Survey Plan
You are required to provide a location plan showing the application site at a scale of 1:1250. This is usually provided on an Ordnance Survey Plan, these can be purchased though the Planning Portals Buy a Plan service or through our local suppliers.