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Apply for Planning Permission

Please note that our preferred method of application is electronically through the Planning Portal. If you are submitting an application on paper please only provide ONE copy unless it is a major application.

Apply online through the planning portal

Please click on the following links to:

Planning Portal

Submit an application online

Download paper forms

Check planning fees

Buy location and block plans

In line with new Government legislation, Torridge District Council introduced a 20% increase in planning fees from Wednesday 17th January 2018.

PLEASE NOTE: We are in the process of amending our Local Requirements sheets to reflect the increase in planning fees. If you wish to confirm the updated fee for a planning application please use the link below to the Planning Portal website. 

Please find a copy of the amended legislation in relation to planning fees on this page under 'Related Downloads'.

Payment of Planning Fees

We accept payment in the following ways, please include a planning reference number or relevant address:

  • Cheque (made payable to 'Torridge District Council')
  • Debit or Credit Card at Reception at Riverbank House or over the phone or online when you submit on the Planning Portal (Call Planning Support on 01237 428711)
  • BACS - Our bank details are: Sort Code: 30-90-78, Account Number: 29541760, Account Name: "Torridge District Council - Receipts" (Customers should email remittance advice to julie.adams@torridge.gov.uk)
  • Online (Coming Soon)

Learn How to Apply

Find out how to apply for planning permission on the Planning Portal.

Local Requirements

The council also require additional documents to accompany your planning application. Please take a look at our 'local lists' below for details on what we require.

pdf icon Local List Introduction [29kb]

pdf icon Local List Glossary [67kb]