Development Management
What is Development Management?
The purpose of the planning system is to protect amenity and the environment in the public interest. It is not designed to protect the interests of one person over another.
Why is this necessary?
Planning controls are used to protect the character and amenity of the Wealden area.
Do I need planning permission?
How to obtain advice on whether planning permission is required.
How do I make a planning application?
Advice on the procedures involved in submitting an application.
Helpful Planning Guidance when submitting a planning application
Documents and webpages which will assist in the development of any proposed scheme.
How do I comment on an application?
Let us know your views on planning applications that have been advertised.
Advice on what to comment on
List of relevant issues that can be taken into account when reaching a decision on an application.
How is a decision reached?
Information on the process involved in determining planning applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Planning Portal provides a searchable database of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's).
Weekly Lists
All the complete planning applications received in a week.
Legal Agreements
Details of monitoring of S106 Legal Agreements in relation to Planning Applications
Planning Services Improvement Plan 2008 to 2011 
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This Business Plan for the Development Control Service sets out how the Authority, both at operational level and higher policy level, will meet and exceed standards of performance which the Government and the Council have identified as necessary for a good Planning Authority for the period 2008 to 2011