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Pubs, cafes and restaurants wanting to move their chairs and tables outside can now apply to the council for permission through a special fast-track system.
The Government announced on 25 June 2020 that it is simplifying certain planning and licensing controls for outdoor seating and stalls, making it easier for people to safely drink and dine outside.
A new coastal ranger service is set to safeguard important shorebirds along Northumberland's coastline.
A major funding bid which could unlock up to £40m investment to transform Blyth town centre has been submitted to government.
A consultation has been launched on new evidence presented as part of the local plan making process in Northumberland.
Grants for funding to protect homes from flooding have been formally accepted by the council.
The council has welcomed a £20million development which is set to bring 60 jobs and around £2.16 million visitor spending to Hexham.
Keep up with the latest planning announcements affecting businesses and residents in Northumberland including service continuity during Coronavirus.
Find answers to common queries or contact details for our teams here.
Use Public Access to find planning applications, view them and make comments.
Find out whether you need planning permission for your proposal and what to do next.
Pre-application advice can provide guidance on whether planning permission is required, if proposals would be acceptable and flag any potential issues that may arise.
Find out how to submit a planning application. We encourage you to submit your applications online during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Find out more about planning enforcement, how we deal with enforcement cases and how to report a breach of planning control.
Information, considerations and design advice on small scale development.
Find out about the planning application process, including information on planning committees, public meetings, appeal and complaints.
Here you can find out about the planning policies that are used to assess planning applications and guide the location of future development in the county.
This page provides details on a range of studies and background information relevant to informing planning applications and which may also be of value to other organisations and communities.
We ensure new and altered buildings comply with public health and safety rules.
Here you will find information about conservation services in Northumberland.
Find out more information for individuals and groups seeking to acquire serviced plots of land to build their own home.
This page provides information on local search, maps and character assessments.
Here you will find out about section 106 agreements.
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