Hartlepool Borough Council offers a one stop shop service for informal planning advice. This service helps you understand:
- whether planning permission is required
- what consents you need
- how to apply
- any major issues or concerns
- whether your proposal is likely to be supported
How to use the service
To use the service, complete and return the relevant form:
You must also pay the appropriate fee. See the links below:
Response times
We aim to respond within a timely manner and within the timescales set out in the schedule of fees, but please note:
- This is a non-statutory service
- At busy times, statutory planning work will take priority
Pre-application developer forums
For major or complex proposals, a Pre-Application Developer Forum may be arranged. These forums allow developers to present proposals and receive feedback before submitting a formal application.
Freedom of information
Please note that all enquiries and responses may be subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2000. If you believe your enquiry is exempt, please let us know when submitting your request.
Hartlepool development corporation
As of 1 June 2023, the Hartlepool development corporation is the Local Planning Authority for parts of Hartlepool. We will continue to respond to enquiries in these areas, but you may also contact the Corporation directly.
Data protection
Hartlepool Borough Council collects and processes personal information in line with our legal obligations. For more details, visit our GDPR page or call 01429 266522.