Northumberland County Council Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Northumberland County Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

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Find RIBA-registered architects in the Northumberland County Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

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Find vetted building contractors in the Northumberland County Council area for planning-approved builds and permitted development works.

Common planning application types in Northumberland County Council

Rear extensions Loft conversions Householder applications Tree works & TPO Listed building consent Change of use Annexes & granny flats Solar panels Barn conversions Basement extensions

About Northumberland County Council Planning Authority

Northumberland County Council serves as the local authority for the non-metropolitan county of Northumberland in North East England. Established as a unitary authority in 2009, it consolidated district-level functions following the abolition of the county's districts, streamlining planning processes and services for residents and developers alike. The council was established in 1 April 1889. The council is currently led by Glen Sanderson (Conservative), who has held the position since 23 September 2020. Helen Paterson serves as Chief Executive since 6 February 2023. The council comprises 69 councillors, with the most recent election held on 1 May 2025.

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Northumberland County Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Northumberland County Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.