Finding and Understanding Your Properties Planning Permission History 

Finding the history of planning permission for a specific property or piece of land can typically be done by checking the records of the local planning authority that has jurisdiction over the area. Each local planning authority will have a different process for accessing planning records, but most will have an online system that allows you to search for planning applications and decisions by address or property reference number.

Here are some general steps you can follow to find the planning permission history of a property:

1. Identify the local planning authority:

The local planning authority is the government body that is responsible for granting planning permission for developments within its jurisdiction. You can find out which local planning authority covers the area where the property is located by checking the government's planning portal website.

2. Search for planning records: 

Once you have identified the local planning authority, you can search for planning records on their website. You can usually search for planning applications and decisions by address or property reference number.

3. Review the records: 

Once you have found the planning records for the property, you can review them to find information about previous planning applications, decisions, and any conditions that were attached to the permission.

4. Contact the local planning authority: 

If you have difficulty finding the information you need, you can contact the local planning authority and they will assist you.

It's worth noting that you can also find some planning permission history by visiting the land registry where you can find information about the property ownership and some details about the planning permission that have been granted on the land. And, if you find that the property you're interested in is subject to any legal disputes, it's a good idea to consult legal professionals such as lawyers or barristers to help you navigate the legal process.

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When reviewing the planning permission history of a property, there are several pieces of information that you may be looking for:

1. Planning applications: 

This will include information about previous planning applications made for the property, including the date of the application, the type of development proposed, and the decision made by the local planning authority (e.g. approved, refused, withdrawn).

2. Planning conditions: 

If planning permission was granted for a development, there may be conditions attached to the permission. These conditions may include requirements for things like landscaping, parking, or the use of certain materials.

3. Planning appeals: 

If a planning application was refused, the applicant may have made an appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. The records will include information about the appeal, such as the date it was made and the outcome of the appeal.

4. Enforcement actions: 

If planning permission was granted but the development was not carried out in accordance with the approved plans or conditions, the local planning authority may have taken enforcement action. The records will include information about any enforcement notices that were issued or enforcement action that was taken.

5. Drawings and plans: 

The records may include copies of the plans and drawings submitted as part of the planning application, which can give you an idea of the scale and layout of the proposed development.

6. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): 

If an EIA was required for the development, the records will include a copy of the EIA report and any associated documentation, such as surveys or assessments of the potential environmental impacts of the development.

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Keep in mind that the information available in planning permission records may vary from one local planning authority to another, but the above-mentioned information is generally what you can expect to find.

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