Planning and building control

Local development plan

The Council is currently preparing a new Local Plan, which will set out polices, proposals and site allocations to guide future development.

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.

Appeal a planning decision

Details of the planning appeal process and how to appeal against a Council's decision.

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.

Conservation areas

Conservation areas are of special character or appearance and have historic or architectural interest that is worthy of preservation and enhancement.

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.

Listed buildings

There are 512 listed buildings within the Borough, each with special architectural or historic interest.

Planning advice and permissions

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

Planning document charges

View our charges for providing copies of planning documents.

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.

Scheduled monuments

Details of the scheduled monuments that are in the borough of Brentwood.

Search, comment and track planning applications

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