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Planning and building

Here you will find information about applying for planning permission and policy, building control services and county conservation.

Services

Building control

We ensure new and altered buildings comply with public health and safety rules.

Conservation

Here you will find information about conservation services in Northumberland.

Land and premises

This page provides information on local search, maps and character assessments.

Neighbourhood Planning

Find out about neighbourhood planning and the current and proposed neighbourhood plans. There is also a step-by-step guide and useful links to find out more.

Planning applications

How to apply for planning, the process and any other key information

Planning policy

Here you can find out about the planning policies that are used to assess planning applications and guide the location of future development in the county.

Self and custom housebuilding register

Information for people looking to find serviced plots of land to build their own home.

Studies, evidence, reports and guidance

This page provides details on a range of studies and background information relevant to informing planning applications and which may also be of value to other organisations and communities.

Trees works and preservation

Check if a tree is protected and find out how to apply for any works to trees or hedges.