Plymouth City Council Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Plymouth City 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 Plymouth City Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

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

Common planning application types in Plymouth City 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 Plymouth City Council Planning Authority

Plymouth City Council serves as the local authority for Plymouth, located in Devon, England. Established in 1439 and reformed multiple times, the council has operated as a unitary authority since 1998, combining the roles of both a district and county council. This structure allows it to independently manage planning applications and local governance without oversight from Devon County Council. The council was established in 1 April 1974. The council is currently led by Tudor Evans (Labour), who has held the position since 19 May 2023. Tracey Lee serves as Chief Executive since October 2012. The council comprises 57 councillors, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

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