Simplified Planning Zones (SPZs) are areas where planning permission has already been granted for certain developments. This means you do not need to apply for planning permission yourself.
Each individual SPZ will list the types of development allowed as well as any other conditions which you'll need to meet to develop without permission.
Develop in a Simplified Planning Zone (SPZ)
If you'd like to develop in a Simplified Planning Zone:
- In the section below, find and read the SPZ scheme for the area you're interested in. You need to make sure your type of development is covered by the scheme and will meet all the planning conditions listed.
- If your development is covered and you meet all the planning conditions, let us know what work you intend to do. You can do this using the contact details on this page.
- If you would like written confirmation that you don't need planning permission, you can apply for a lawful development certificate.
- If your development isn't covered by the scheme, you'll need to apply for planning permission.
Contact us using the details on this page to let us know about your development
Adopted Simplified Planning Zones
There are currently no adopted Simplified Planning Zones.
Proposed Simplified Planning Zones
There are currently no proposed Simplified Planning Zones.
Former Simplified Planning Zones
The Heywood Distribution Park SPZ was adopted on 8 April 2010 and was in operation for a 10-year period, ending on 7 April 2020.
At the end of the 10-year operation period, the scheme ceased to be in effect, except for development that had already commenced in line with Section 56 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.
If you have any queries about the operation of this SPZ, please contact us using the details on this page.
Why we create Simplified Planning Zones
We create Simplified Planning Zones to encourage developments in certain areas.
It removes the need to apply for planning permission and pay for planning fees. This helps speed up developments in the area as well.
SPZs are great tools for stimulating and encouraging economic growth, investment and job creation.