Development management
The Development Management team determines most planning and related applications submitted within the North Norfolk district area. The planning process can be complex and daunting. Content on this page seeks to provide guidance and advice across various matters covered by the team.
Further information that may affect your application
Find out more about making and submitting a planning application at North Norfolk, including the local validation list and a tool for checking planning constraints.
Planning and property advice including pre-applications
The planning service has several advice streams to help you. It includes our pre-application advice service launched in 2025 and advice offered on listed buildings, tree works and property changes.
View and comment on a planning application
Our Planning Public Access system allows you to view applications, appeal and enforcement case information and documentation.
Development Committee
This committee is responsible for deciding, planning, and listing building applications. Includes meeting agendas, minutes, declarations of interest and more.
Environmental regulations
Find out more about the habitat regulations in relation to nutrient neutrality and recreational impacts, including guidance on Regulation 77 applications and temporary holiday sites.
Biodiversity net gain
Find out more about biodiversity net gain legislation and how it might influence development proposals in North Norfolk.
Appeal a planning decision
How to appeal a planning decision if an application is refused or approved, and is considered unfair or unreasonable.
Contaminated land
Find out more about contaminated land and what it might mean for development projects in North Norfolk.
Developer contributions
Find out more about planning obligations in North Norfolk, including what they are and how to access and view them in our database.