Policy and legislation

The policy section provides access to the chief planning legislation produced by the Government as well as other planning related documents and reports.

Legislation

Planning Policy is supported by legislation, this mainly takes the form of Acts of Parliament and Statutory Instruments.

Policy and guidance

Details of English planning documents including Planning Policy, Good Practice Guides and circulars

Community Infrastructure Levy

Development may be liable for a charge under the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), if your local planning authority has chosen to set a charge in its area.