Planning general frequently asked questions change
This is the Government's website which provides comprehensive guidance on planning and mini-guides on the most common householder developments together with details of fees and access to application forms.
You can report a possible breach online.
You further information on what constitutes a breach:
Permission for a dropped kerb needs to be sought from Essex county Council.
If the proposed driveway access crosses over a significant amount of amenity, community or highway land (3 metres or more), then planning permission would be required to change the use of the land.
If you are a council tenant, or if the land is owned by Basildon Council, you will also need our permission.
The only way to confirm that a proposed development does not require planning consent is by submitting a Lawful Development Certificate application.
Please submit a Lawful Development Certificate application to establish whether a planning application for a proposed change of use is required.
If a change of use is required, you can apply for this online.
There was no requirement to discharge conditions before 2008.
Any applications post 2008 can be viewed on the e-planning part of the Council's website.
Please submit this request in writing and provide either the details of the S106 Agreement or attach a copy of the Agreement.
A historic search can be completed for non-householder sites only.
The request must be submit in writing, providing the details of the site. The fee for this service will be provided on application.
If the property is or was owned by the Council
For all other properties, you will have to look at the map with your deeds.