Planning

We are responsible for planning permission for new and existing properties that are within the New Forest district.

Prior to building a new property or making changes to an existing property, you must apply to us for planning permission. We also provide guidance for householders.

We have an interactive map available where you can view information relating to your property including Planning Constraints'.

Submit a planning application

Apply for planning permission when you are building or changing a property.

View or comment on a planning application

Find planning applications, follow their progress and submit comments.

Pre-application planning advice

Find out about what you need to know before you make a planning application.

Planning guidance for householders

Advice for householders making changes to their homes.

Report a breach of planning control

Tell us if you think someone has broken or not followed planning laws.

Planning policy

The Local Development Framework is the basis for decisions on planning applications.

Trees and hedges

We use Tree Preservation Orders to protect trees outside the National Park.

Make a high hedge complaint

Land Charges

Request a local Land Charge search when buying or selling property or land.

Building control

Services, support and advice for all building projects.

Conservation areas and listed buildings

Owners and developers are largely responsible for conservation areas.

Contact the planning team

Contact the relevant planning officer for your area of the New Forest.

Planning privacy notice

Response to Planning White Paper

Call for Projects - Biodiversity Net Gain and Nutrient Mitigation

New Forest District Council is inviting landowners and other interested parties to put forward proposals for projects within the district that will enhance local biodiversity and improve the condition of the River Avon and water quality in the Solent and Southampton Water.