A new local validation list
A new local validation list has been adopted (1 May 2024).
Homeowner guide to making a planning application
This step-by-step is to help guide you through the planning process in Kingston for changes to your home or property.
An introduction to the planning process and what you need to consider.
Find out what type of planning approval you need for your project.
We make the decision on your planning application based on both national laws and local guidance. You should make sure your plans and designs are in keeping with local planning policy.
Submit information about your proposal and pay to get some advice from our planning department.
When you’ve got all the required information, you can submit your application online.
Pay to have your planning application determined more quickly than the statutory date of 8 weeks. You’ll need to request this when you submit your planning application.
Information on how we make a decision to grant or refuse planning permission.
In some cases, you can amend an application after you’ve submitted it or after planning permission has been granted.
How to submit a revised application or appeal a decision.
Information about how we enforce planning decisions.
