Planning Portal are passionate about supporting sustainability initiatives within the built environment in any way we can.
We welcomed the expansion of solar provisions into permitted development rights last year; making solar power more accessible is an essential step on the journey towards achieving national emission targets and environmental goals. Solar also presents a great money-saving solution for homeowners and developers alike.
As such, we are very pleased to announce that the four most recent types of prior approval application for solar developments, are now available on Planning Portal.
The four new online application types are as follows:
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed:
- Installation or alteration of solar equipment on domestic premises
- Installation or alteration etc of stand-alone solar equipment on domestic premises
- Installation or alteration etc of stand-alone solar equipment on non-domestic premises
- Installation etc of a solar canopy on non-domestic, off-street parking
These provide more scope for solar panel installations on buildings (or in the curtilage of a building) and in non-domestic off-street parking areas without needing full or householder planning permission.
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Welcome to July’s issue of the Planning Portal Market Insight Report, where we report on the latest figures for applications submitted online via Planning Portal.
There was a total of 52,550 applications submitted through Planning Portal in July 2024. This is 1% lower than the total number of applications that were submitted in July 2023, showing a smaller decline than most months this year when compared to 2023.
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Just over three months ago, we launched our Building Control Portal, and we’re thrilled with the positive response and the growing engagement from our users.
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Planning a project? Make sure it’s sustainable, with our free advice and guidance
Whether you’re planning to add a conservatory, upgrade your kitchen or bathroom, or convert your loft, making sustainable choices can significantly reduce your carbon footprint and save you money in the long term.
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Welcome to June’s issue of the Planning Portal Market Insight Report, where we report on the latest figures for applications submitted online via the Planning Portal.
There was a total of 47,298 applications submitted through the Planning Portal in June 2024. This is 12% lower than the total number of applications that were submitted in June 2023, showing a large decline, one of the biggest seen this year.
This month we saw a 6% decline in submissions than last month. This mirrors what we saw happen in 2022 over the same months.
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The public want a greater say in planning
Public engagement is crucial in maintaining a fair and reasoned planning system. The Planner reports that three in five adults in Britain think more opportunities should be available for public involvement throughout the planning process.
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Landmark Supreme Court ruling on fossil fuel extraction
The Planner have reported that the Supreme Court overturned a decision made by Surrey County Council to grant permission for new hydrocarbon wells at Horse Hill. Setting a major precedent for fossil fuel extraction and the role of environmental impact assessments (EIA).
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What is the Planning Portal Application Index?
The index report leverages exclusive Planning Portal data to provide early insights into the national development pipeline, presenting the figures and our analysis in a comprehensive report complete with expert contribution from industry figureheads.
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Many of us have seen our energy bills rise over recent years, adding financial pressure to households already battling the continuing cost of living crisis. It seems that now more than ever it’s crucial for you to understand all the methods available for optimising the efficiency of your property.
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Welcome to May’s issue of the Planning Portal Market Insight Report, where we report on the latest figures for applications submitted online via the Planning Portal.
There was a total of 50,254 applications submitted through the Planning Portal in May 2024. This is 3% lower than the total number of applications that were submitted in May 2023, showing a gradual decline, less severe than the trend in recent years.
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