Planning
Planning policy
Find information about planning policy, neighbourhood planning and strategy documents.
Do I need planning permission?
Get information about planning permission, if you wish to construct, alter or change the use of a building.
Planning and Building Control application search
Search for and comment on applications from planning, building control and enforcement within Sutton.
Pre-Application planning advice
Find more information before you apply for planning permission.
The Local Plan
The Sutton Local Plan sets out the planning strategy and policies for the borough until 2031.
About planning
Read about the planning application process, and what happens at each stage.
Article 4 Directions
Download an overview of the three Article 4 directions in place.
Report breaches of planning and building control
If you believe a development has breached a planning control you can contact us.
Tree protection
Get information on the Tree Preservation Order and how to apply for tree works.
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge collected from new developments to fund facilities.
Evidence Base by Topic
A comprehensive local list of the key social, economic and environmental characteristics of the borough.
Neighbourhood Planning
Find out how Sutton communities come together to create a forum.