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Planning - Development Control
Probably the most familiar aspect of a planning service relates to the processing of planning applications and in Dudley this work is handled by the Development Control Section.
The purpose of the planning system is to regulate the development and use of land in the public interest. The process of applying for planning permission is generally straightforward.
Online Planning and Building Control
Search on Planning and Building Applications - Browse our up to the minute register of all past and current planning applications. See what stage yours has reached!
Submit a Planning Application online via the planning portal.
Historic Environment
The historic environment is all around us and forms the physical backdrop to our everyday lives. Dudley Borough, in particular, has a rich and diverse character which has been shaped by the activities of people of the area over a long period of time
Committee Information
For those applications that are to be considered by the Development Control / Planning Committee, the minutes of the meetings and officer reports are now available to view on-line;
Unitary Development Plan (2005)
The Dudley Unitary Development Plan (2005) is now available on-line with an interactive proposals map which shows what land-use designations and planning policies apply in Dudley Borough up to 2011. Go to the UDP pages to find out more
Local Development Framework
The planning system in the UK is primarily intended to regulate land use and guide development. It is the role of the planning system to guide development in the public interest and to ensure fairness and equity.
Going Smoke Free
A Planning Advice Note on Smoking Shelters and Other Features is now available in a PDF document.
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