Planning and building control

Adopted Local Plan

Now adopted, the Brentwood Local Plan 2016-2033 guides growth and development across Brentwood Borough to 2033.

Search, comment and track planning applications

Check the details and progress of applications online without having to visit the council offices.

Building regulations process and application forms

Information on the building regulations process and application forms.

Building control services

The Building Control service ensures that newly erected or altered buildings are safe and fit for people to live and work in.

Heritage, Trees and Conservation

Information on Listed buildings, conservation areas, heritage assets and tree preservation orders (TPOs)

Land charges

The Local Land Charges Register will give you the full facts about the property, such as planning permissions, restrictions or if trees are preserved.

Planning advice and permissions

Find out if you require planning permission and how to apply. See information about our pre-application advice service.

Planning enforcement

Planning permission is needed for development work such as new buildings, or when changing the use of buildings or land. We investigate alleged breaches of planning control.

Planning policy and local plan

Details of the current and emerging local plan and examination process. planning guidance and Dunton Hills Garden Village.