Planning Portal

Planning Portal Making planning simple. The national home of planning and building control in England and Wales.

Submit applications, buy site plans, and get expert guidance – all in one place.

📍 Powered by TerraQuest. About Planning Portal

Since 2002, Planning Portal has been the go-to digital service for planning and building control across England and Wales. We make it easier for applicants, agents, and local authorities to access the information and services they need – all in one place. We’re a joint

venture between TerraQuest and the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, working in partnership with every local authority in England and Wales. Our services include:
Submitting planning and building control applications online

Guidance on planning rules, building regulations, and policy

Compliance support for common home and commercial projects

Interactive tools (house, flat, and shop visualisers)

Local Authority Building Control details

Approved Inspectors directory

We’re committed to delivering a high-quality, accessible service and remain the UK’s national hub for planning and building control.

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04/06/2026

Step inside the TerraQuest head office, based in central Birmingham. 👀

Where ideas grow, teams connect, and no two days look the same.

Meet the newest planners behind the portal 👋 We’re excited to welcome Ellie Faulder and Rob Smith! Ellie joins us as a P...
02/06/2026

Meet the newest planners behind the portal 👋

We’re excited to welcome Ellie Faulder and Rob Smith!

Ellie joins us as a Planning Consultant, bringing 4.5 years of diverse experience across private practice and the public sector. From delivering planning solutions for agricultural sites and SHELAA submissions to her work with the Peak District National Park Authority in Development Management and Policy, Ellie has played a key role in Local Plan delivery, neighbourhood planning, and community grant schemes.

Rob is a Chartered Town Planner with over seven years’ experience in local government, most recently at Wychavon District Council. With a strong track record across residential, commercial, agricultural, and renewable energy projects, Rob is known for navigating complex applications and balancing policy with sustainable development outcomes.

Together, they bring a wealth of knowledge, fresh perspectives, and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality planning solutions.

Welcome to the team, Ellie and Rob!

Local Land. Real Projects.Take a closer look at the land around you.We’re pulling back the curtain on real Terraquest pr...
27/05/2026

Local Land. Real Projects.

Take a closer look at the land around you.

We’re pulling back the curtain on real Terraquest projects, digging deeper into how the spaces around you evolve and shape the places you live and explore every day.

Make the most of your upcoming long weekend with The Planning Portal’s Bank Holiday Bucket List, your go-to guide for ge...
18/05/2026

Make the most of your upcoming long weekend with The Planning Portal’s Bank Holiday Bucket List, your go-to guide for getting planning-ready, staying informed, and moving your project forward.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to build, everything you need is in one place.

👉 Visit the website to get started today: https://ow.ly/gn1B50YYX48

Most people either put up with it or move. There's actually a third option - find out what's possible in your own home w...
15/05/2026

Most people either put up with it or move.
There's actually a third option - find out what's possible in your own home with the right guidance. No commitment, just clarity.

Our Planning Guidance Service offers bespoke advice on everything from the first step to the final send.
Book a call today - https://ow.ly/4UTK50Z06zz

🛠️ New to planning? Some tools to help...Starting a project can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools and guidance...
12/05/2026

🛠️ New to planning? Some tools to help...

Starting a project can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools and guidance, you can explore your options, understand what’s involved, and take the first step with confidence. ✅

Visit the Planning Portal: https://www.planningportal.co.uk/

Thinking about starting a project but unsure where to begin? Our Planning Guidance Service gives you clear, expert advic...
08/05/2026

Thinking about starting a project but unsure where to begin?

Our Planning Guidance Service gives you clear, expert advice to help you understand requirements, next steps, and how to move forward with confidence.

More time slots are now available, making it even easier to get started at a time that works for you. We’ll help you avoid common pitfalls, reduce delays, and keep your plans moving smoothly so you can spend less time figuring things out, and more time doing what you enjoy.

Book your call today: https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/planning-guidance-service

What a fantastic weekend at Grand Designs Live, packed with inspiration, from lighting design to garden rooms and outbui...
05/05/2026

What a fantastic weekend at Grand Designs Live, packed with inspiration, from lighting design to garden rooms and outbuildings.

We also introduced Ask Navi, a new feature in Interactive House that lets you ask questions about your project and get clear, tailored answers in seconds.

Whether you’re just starting to explore ideas or figuring out what’s possible, Ask Navi helps you understand what’s needed, simply by asking.

Ask Navi answered questions live on stage such as:
- I am thinking of setting up a home office in my back garden.
- Do I need planning permission?
- Planning a single storey rear extension for house 6 meters - do I need permission?

Got a question about your project? Just ask Navi.
Give it a try: https://interactive.planningportal.co.uk/chat

04/05/2026

Following our litter picking route along the Birmingham Canal 🗺️

We hit the Canals with the Canal & River Trust to clean up, protect wildlife, and keep our waterways beautiful.

Every bag collected makes a difference 💪✨

01/05/2026

🚀 Got a planning question? Ask Navi.

Ask Navi is our NEW conversational planning tool in Interactive House, giving homeowners a simple way to ask questions and get clear answers, right when they need them.

Watch how it works 👇
👉 Try it yourself: https://ow.ly/wIJA50YT84m

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