Battersea Planning Portal: Applying for Planning Permission
The Battersea planning portal serves as the official platform for submitting and managing planning applications within the area. It provides a streamlined application process for local developers to upload supporting documentation and monitor application progress. Residents can also access the portal to review and comment on planning applications, making it an essential tool for community engagement and transparency.
To ensure your development aligns with the environmental regulations set by Wandsworth Council, it is important to seek specialist ecological advice. At Collington Winter, we offer expert, tailored ecological consultancy to help ensure your planning application meets all ecological standards.
Submitting a planning application in Battersea
Prepare your application – Before submission, gather all necessary documents:
- Completed application forms (available through the Battersea planning portal)
- Site plans and technical drawings
- Supporting materials such as ecological reports, Design and Access Statements, and heritage assessments (if required)
Submit your application – Upload your application forms and all supporting documents directly to the Battersea planning portal
Public consultation – Once submitted, your application will enter the consultation phase. Local residents and stakeholders will have the opportunity to review and provide feedback
Application review – Wandsworth Borough Council will assess your proposal against local planning and building policies. This review may include requests for additional information, particularly regarding ecological impacts and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements
Decision notification – A decision will be issued by a planning officer or committee and published on the portal. You will also be notified directly.
Ecological considerations for planning applications
Environmental compliance is a critical component of the planning process. Most developments will need to address the following:
Ecological Surveys – Baseline studies to identify existing habitats, species, and ecological features to inform mitigation and design strategies
Protected Species Assessment – Surveys for legally protected species (e.g., bats, badgers, great crested newts, nesting birds) and associated mitigation measures
Tree surveys – Evaluation of tree species, health, and root protection zones to reduce ecological impact
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – Under the Environment Act 2021, your project must demonstrate at least a 10% increase in biodiversity, calculated using the statutory metric.
Landscape Surveys – These surveys can enhance your planning submission by detailing ecological and visual effects, along with potential enhancements
Ecological Clerk of Works – On-site supervision during construction may be necessary to ensure mitigation measures and BNG outcomes are properly implemented
How can Collington Winter assist?
At Collington Winter, we provide ecological consultancy tailored to your project’s needs. From initial site surveys and species assessments to BNG calculations and ecological monitoring during construction, our team ensures that your development meets both national and local planning requirements.
Our support can help you avoid delays, ensure compliance, and move confidently through the online planning process.
For expert ecological support with your planning application, call us on 01204939604, email info@collingtonwinter.co.uk, or get in touch through our contact form below to speak with a member of our team.
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