Welcome to the Planning and Building area, here you can find information about:

• Planning policy, responsible for the forward planning of the District, creation of the LDF (Local Development Framework) and the monitoring of development;
• Planning guidance, including how to submit a new planning application and how to find out about current planning applications in the district.
• Building information and guidance.
• Who to contact if you have a query regarding this area.

Important information:

Increase In Workload

As of 6th April new fees came into force for planning applications. New application forms and other related regulations also came into force. As a result the planning department has received a deluge of applications, in some cases more than double the normal amounts. This has caused a small backlog to develop which we are working hard to clear as soon as possible. We apologise for any minor delays which may be caused by this bottleneck of work.

1App From 06 April 2008 one application form will be used to submit planning applications electronically.  As an alternative PDF versions of the forms are available to download. In addition to the new application form, new regulations cover what documents should accompany an application.  These are defined by the national and local standards.

Mid Suffolk's Core Strategy is at its  Pre-Examination stage; Planning applications and the use of unilateral undertakings and associated costs under Section 106 Town & Country Planning Act 1990 with effect from 1st December 2007 - Statement; New procedures relating to Section 106 obligations including Open Space and Social Infrastructure Contributions - Web Note.