Before making a request for pre-application advice it is advisable to check whether planning permission is required.
If you wish to take advantage of our pre-application advice service, simply fill out the pre-application advice form and email it together with your supporting plans, photos etc. to dcsupport@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk and pay the appropriate fee. The fee can be paid online using the online payment system please see Pre-Application Advice Form.
When completing the form you should have regard to the pre-application advice guidance notes and the charging schedule.
You are advised the service is provided solely on the basis of records available to the Local Planning Authority and whilst internal consultations (for example with Housing, Environmental Services and Open Spaces) are included in the service no consultations are undertaken with external statutory undertakers (for example County Highway Authority, Environment Agency, National Highways etc.)