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Pre-application advice

Seeking pre-application advice before you make a planning application can help  to increase the chance of making a high quality planning application that is faster to process.

Use the below pages to find out more about pre-application advice from the South Downs National Park Authority.

If you have any queries not addressed by the below, you can email planning@southdowns.gov.uk 

As a result of unprecedented staff absence due to illness we are unfortunately experiencing delays in processing the planning caseload.

We apologise for any inconvenience that may be caused by your comments not appearing online in the normal timeframe, but please be assured that case officers are receiving all information before making any recommendations or decisions.

Why get pre-application advice?

Seeking pre-application advice before you make a planning application can help to increase the chance of making a high quality planning application that is faster to process. It can: help you to...

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Steps to getting pre-application advice

There are four steps to getting pre-application advice from the South Downs National Park Authority. Step 1 - Identify who you need to go to for advice We are responsible...

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How to request pre-application advice

Seeking pre-application advice before you make a planning application can help to increase the chance of making a high quality planning application that is faster to process. Advice in person...

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Fees for pre-application advice

Below are details of how the South Downs National Park Authority provides pre-application advice. To make a payment for pre-application advice, click here. Scale of Development Fee (inclusive of VAT...

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Paying for pre-application advice

What category of development does your pre-application proposal fall within? To pay online Payments are handled by Brighton and Hove City Council on behalf of the South Downs National Park...

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National Park Duty Planning Officer Service

We offer general planning advice over the phone or in person via our free to use duty planning officer service. This service only relates to the areas of the following...

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