Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us at an online or in-person event where you find out more about Local Government Organisation, ask questions and find out how to have your say.

Planned maintenance to our phone payment system

We will not be able to take payments over the phone from 5.30pm on Tuesday 15 July to Wednesday 16 July. This is whilst we carry out some essential maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Local Plan

A review of the Local Plan was considered by Council at its meeting on 21 February 2024. A decision was made that it should be updated. Find out more about the update to the Local Plan.

Guildford Local Plan

The Local Guildford Plan guides development, improvements to services, including leisure and travel, and much more.

Local Plan update - frequently asked questions

Find out about Developer Contributions and Community Infrastructure Levy

Find out how we're checking the viability of introducing CIL in Guildford.

Policies map

Check where Planning policies apply in Guildford.

Examining the Local Plan: Strategy and Sites

Learn how we made sure our latest Local Plan policies deliver the greatest benefits to Guildford.

Evidence base

Find out which evidence supports our Local Plan policies.

Monitoring the Local Plan

Learn what progress we've made with Local Plan preparation, reports and information.

Timetable for our Local Plan

Learn how we're preparing the new Local Plan: Development Management Policies.

Examining the Local Plan: Development Management Policies