Apply for planning permission

Before you apply 

Before you apply for planning permission we suggest that you read planning applications - advice for householders.

If you are ready to apply for planning permission, we recommend that you apply through the online Planning Portal. It is easier and quicker and you will be guided throughout the process.

The Planning Portal sends your application, documents and fees direct to us. This reduces your application processing time and saves on printing and postage costs.  

Most applications do require a fee. Please use the fee calculator to work out how much you will need to pay. You can find details on how to pay on the Planning Portal.

Before you submit a formal planning application please first ensure you read the following documents so that your application complies with local planning requirements:

Tyneside Validation Checklist (PDF, 1 MB)
 

Apply for planning permission

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Alternatively you can email electronic copies of the application documents to planning@gateshead.gov.uk 

If you would still prefer to apply by post you can print the relevant forms from the Planning Portal and post to: 

Development Management
Civic Centre
Regent Street  
Gateshead
NE8 1HH 

Make sure you submit enough information for us to consider your request.  

Before a formal application please first ensure you have read and checked the guidance note associated with the application form.  

If you do not understand any of the planning conditions please contact the planning case officer for your case. 

After you apply

Timescales and decision 

• our formal decision will be stated on a decision notice/letter normally within 8 weeks of submission 

• the decision notice/letter will list the approved documents (if applicable) 

• the decision notice/letter will explain why the application was refused (if applicable) 

• a copy of the decision notice will be emailed to the applicant 

Monitoring 

We do monitor sites to check compliance. If you start work on site or carry on with works without first discharging relevant conditions, we may not be able to formally discharge them - this may result in development delays or other difficulties. 

Attached to your planning permission is a start notice form. Complete the form and return to the compliance officer at enforcement@gateshead.gov.uk