Craven Planning Portal: Applying for Planning Permission
The Craven Planning Portal is the official online system for submitting, managing, and tracking planning applications within the Craven area. Designed for ease of use, it allows applicants to upload supporting documents and follow the progress of their application. It also allows local residents to view and comment on planning applications in their area.
To give your application the best chance of success and ensure compliance with North Yorkshire Council’s environmental standards, it is advisable to seek ecological advice at the earliest stage. Collington Winter offers specialist consultancy to guide you through every step of the process.
Using the Craven Planning Portal
Prepare your application – Before submitting, make sure you have all the necessary information and documents, including:
- Completed application forms (available via the Craven Planning Portal)
- Accurate site location plans and elevation drawings
- Supporting documents, such as design and access statements
- Ecological surveys, impact assessments, and mitigation strategies
Submit your application – Once completed, upload your application to the portal. You will receive confirmation and a reference number for tracking.
Public access and consultation – Your application will be published on the public register, where residents and stakeholders can review it and submit comments during the consultation period.
Application review – Planning officers will assess your proposal against local policy and national planning guidance. If concerns arise, amendments may be requested.
Decision – Depending on the scale and complexity of the project, the final decision will be made either by a planning officer or a planning committee.
Ecological Services to Support Your Planning Application
- Ecological Surveys – Most projects begin with a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) to identify habitats, protected species, and potential constraints
- Protected Species Assessment – Targeted assessments for bats, badgers, great crested newts, reptiles, or nesting birds, undertaken in line with UK and European
- Tree surveys – Assessment of tree condition, root protection zones, and recommendations, particularly for trees covered by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs).
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – We measure biodiversity and create plans to help developments meet the mandatory 10% net gain target under the Environment Act 2021.
- Landscape Surveys – Evaluation of how your development may affect both the visual and ecological character of the surrounding area.
- Ecological Clerk of Works – On-site ecological supervision during construction to ensure compliance with all agreed measures.
How can Collington Winter Assist?
We provide bespoke ecological consultancy to ensure your project complies with planning and environmental legislation. Our team delivers detailed assessments, practical recommendations, and end-to-end support throughout the planning process.
Call us on 01204939604, email info@collingtonwinter.co.uk, or use the contact form below to speak with one of our specialists.
Contact Us
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