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Advice on planning proposals in Exmoor National Park

We are committed to working with applicants, their agents, local residents, Parish/Town Councils and all other bodies to provide ssistance through the planning process to achieve the best possible development in the National Park.

If you are a prospective applicant, discussing your proposals with myself or a planning colleague before submitting the application is recommended. Please send your sketch plans and details to the Planning Section by post or email (plan@exmoor-national park.gov.uk). This will allow planning staff to research and advise on your proposals. If we need to visit the site to help advise we will happily do so.We can also put you in touch with other consultees who will also look at any application such as the Highways Authority and the Environment Agency.

We also run Planning Surgeries at Lynton and Porlock each week. No appointment is needed. Just drop in to discuss your proposals. If you wish to discuss a planning matter at Exmoor House, Dulverton then please phone to arrange a convenient time when we can ensure that a staff member is available to advise you.

There is no charge to discuss a planning proposal or application with a planning officer.

We will try and respond to planning queries within 10 working days; however, more complex proposals may take longer. All advice is given to the best of our abilities based on the information available.

David Wyborn Head of Planning & Community

Weekly Planning Surgeries

Lynton Town Hall Wednesdays 10am to Midday

Porlock Old School Centre Mondays 10am to Midday