Barnes Planning Portal: Applying for Planning Permission
The Barnes planning portal serves as the official online system for submitting, managing, and tracking planning applications within Barnes. It provides a streamlined, centralised platform where applicants can submit documentation, monitor application progress, and participate in the planning process by viewing or commenting on applications.
To ensure your development complies with London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Council’s environmental standards, it is crucial to seek expert ecological advice. At Collington Winter, we offer professional ecological consultancy services to support your project throughout every phase of the planning application process.
All applications must be submitted via the official Barnes planning portal.
Navigating the planning process
If your development requires planning permission, the following steps outline the application process:
Prepare your application – Gather and complete all necessary documentation, including:
- Planning application forms (available on the Barnes planning portal)
- Accurate site plans and technical drawings
- Supporting documents such as Design and Access Statements, ecological assessments, and heritage or environmental impact assessments
Submit your application
- Complete the online form with details of your proposal
- Upload all required supporting documents directly to the portal
Public consultation
- Once submitted, your application will be available for public viewing on the portal
- Local residents and stakeholders can view planning applications. They can also submit comments on them
Application review
- The council will evaluate your proposal based on local planning policies and public feedback
- Revisions may be requested, particularly in relation to ecological concerns or to ensure compliance with Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements
Decision notification
- A planning officer or committee will determine the outcome of your application
- Once validated, the decision and current application status will be published on the planning portal
Ecological considerations for planning applications
Ecological considerations are an integral part of the planning process. Common requirements include:
Ecological Surveys – Baseline assessments identifying habitats, species, and ecological features to inform impact evaluations and mitigation strategies
Protected Species Assessment – Assessments for legally protected species (e.g. bats, badgers, great crested newts, nesting birds), along with mitigation recommendations
Tree surveys – Analysis of tree species, health, and root protection zones to support site design and minimise ecological impact
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – In line with the Environment Act 2021, all developments must deliver a minimum 10% increase in biodiversity, using standardised DEFRA metrics
Landscape Surveys – Evaluations of both ecological and visual effects of proposed developments, with enhancement recommendations
Ecological Clerk of Works – On-site monitoring during construction to ensure ecological compliance and effective mitigation implementation
How can Collington Winter assist?
At Collington Winter, we provide tailored ecological consultancy to help you navigate both environmental and planning requirements. Our experienced team – including qualified Ecological Clerks of Works – delivers comprehensive assessments and hand-on support to ensure your project proceeds efficiently, responsibly, and in full compliance.
For expert advice and assistance with your application via the Barnes planning portal, get in touch with us today.
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