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Planning Applications

Our Development Control service controls what is built in Newham and the use of land and buildings in the borough through planning permissions and enforcement. Development Control's main function is to process planning applications through to formal determination either at Planning Committee or through delegated powers.

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  • The biggest change to the planning system in years

  • About the Service

    Most building work or changes of use require planning permission. Wider off-site benefits for the community can often be achieved through 'planning gain' agreements.

  • Anyone who wishes to carry out work on buildings or land may be required to, firstly, obtain planning permission. Planning permission is necessary for a wide range of development, including relatively minor alterations that may affect the appearance or use of buildings.

  • Pre Application Charging

    Under the Local Government Act 2003 local authorities can now charge for discretionary services such as pre-application advice.

  • Making a Planning Application

    You must get planning permission for most types of building work and to change the use of a building.

  • Planning Applications - Additional Guidance

    Careful consideration is given to the merits of every planning application that we receive and there are a number of things taken into account before a decision is reached.

  • View Planning and Building Control Applications Online

    The PublicAccess website is an online service that allows you to view and search planning and building control applications being considered by London Borough of Newham and also some planning history.

  • Development Control Service Teams

    Development Control's main function is to process planning applications through to formal determination either at Planning Committee or through delegated powers. The DC Service is split into two sections - the Major Applications Team and the All Borough Team.

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