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How to view or comment on planning applications

Did you know you can view and comment on planning applications on our website? www.ashford.gov.uk/application-search-help

All planning applications are visible on our Online Planning and Building Contol application search tool.

This tool provides access to the public register and so also includes information on building control applications, tree preservation orders, appeals and enforcement.

As well as being able to view application details and plans of proposals, it also provides an easy to use facility to comment on applications open for consultation. Find out more online about the application process: www.ashford.gov.uk/the-planning-process

If you are unsure how to use the system, you may also like to view our planning system help webpages which will guide you further on what you can do and how to do it.

How do I search for information?

Use the main search box if you know the application reference or use the address

To find applications in your area use the advanced search options and search by parish/ward

Select a ‘category’ before searching if you only want results from one category i.e. planning applications

Use the interactive map to check certain areas for development, particularly if you do not know the site address

If an application is subject to an appeal, the link to the appeal information will be on the relevant planning application

When searching for planning application references for applications validated before July 2022, ensure you are using the leading zeros in the reference you enter eg. 22/00001/AS rather than 22/01/AS.

Use the weekly list tool to get a list of valid applications each week or for a specified week.

Interactive Map

Tick what information you want to see from the layer options Search by address or zoom into a location manually

Click onto a site/address to show links to the public register for further information

Step 2

Enter Application reference or location address to search. Alternatively, use the advanced search option.

Step 4

View and / or add your own comments to the application.

Step 3

Review application details. View plans in the ‘files’ tab.

*There is a short delay in the publication of comments while the content is reviewed. However comments will reach the case officer of applications instantly for consideration in the application process.

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