Local planning services offered by Buckinghamshire
Start a planning application
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Apply for building regulations applications
Submit building regulations applications to Buckinghamshire Council.
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Apply for Highways pre-application advice before you formally apply for planning permission
Pre-application advice before you start a development on the highway.
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Check whether you need a building control application
Check if a building regulations application is required or if a project is exempt.
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Get archaeology pre-application advice
Get specialist archaeological advice to support your pre‑application planning request.
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Get copies of building regulations documents
Request copies of completion certificates and decision notices linked to building control applications.
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Get ecology advice
Ecology specialists offer advice or pre-application support to identify issues early and ensure surveys meet standards.
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Get heritage advice
Get advice for works to listed buildings, conservation areas, and historic sites, with guidance to help you get consent.
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Get planning advice on trees and woodland
Get advice on trees and woodland, including TPOs, conservation areas, surveys, care, and maintenance guidance.
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Get pre-application advice
Get initial planning advice for your project.
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Notification of commencement
Notify the Building Control team when works commence.
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Report a potential dangerous structure
Report a structure in dangerous condition that could put people at risk.
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Request a building control quote
Request a quote for a future building regulations application.
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Submit a demolition notice
Notify Buckinghamshire Council of any planned building or structure demolition.
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Submit a surface water drainage strategy
Shows how a development will manage surface water so it does not increase flood risk elsewhere.
Notify your authority
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Apply for heritage advice priority service
Priority advice on works to listed buildings, conservation areas and historic sites, with guidance to get consent.
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Ask for a tree to be protected
Request a Tree Preservation Order. We assess condition, visibility, value and risk to decide if protection is needed.
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Planning history check
Find out what work has been approved or refused.
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Report a planning breach
Report suspected development or building work without the correct permissions.
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Request printed copies of planning documents
Request copies of planning documents.
Get planning guidance
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Find out if you need planning permission
This service informs a user about the types of planning consent they may need.
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Planning Services Enquiries
Use this service to direct you to the right form for your enquiry.
Your applications
View your planning applications in progress, and download sent applications.
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