Planning news
View our Planning Services news for the latest information on our services. Please note the important information within this section regarding significant changes to the legislation covering permitted development coming into force on 1 October 2008.
Planning development
Our development control teams make recommendations on planning and planning applications. To view an application, use our online search (this page opens in a new window).
Building control
Our building control team manages and controls how buildings are constructed. Applications can now be submitted online
Planning policy
Our policy team interprets national and regional policy and is preparing the Guildford Development Framework.
Planning enforcement
Our enforcement team investigates suspected unauthorised development and land use. Current Planning Enforcement cases can be viewed using our planning enforcement online service (this page opens in a new window).
Projects and Conservation
Our Projects and Conservation Team are a specialist multi disciplined design, conservation and technical support team for the local authority.
Publications
Many of our planning, environment and design publications can be downloaded free of charge.
Consultations
Find out about the many opportunities for you to have your say about the future of the borough.
Questions & answers
Popular questions about the planning development process.