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Southend-on-Sea Planning Handbook

Planning guidance for Southend-on-Sea

About the Southend-on-Sea handbook

This handbook explains how planning requirements are applied in Southend-on-Sea, covering the application process from submission through to decision.

Planning considerations in Southend-on-Sea

Common factors that affect applications in Southend-on-Sea.

House Extensions & Permitted Development
New Builds & Infill Development
Change of Use Applications
Conservation Areas & Listed Buildings
Trees, Ecology & Environmental Considerations
Highways, Access & Parking
Drainage & Flood Risk
Validation Requirements

Who this handbook is for

Applicants

  • Homeowners planning extensions
  • Property developers
  • Landlords

Professionals

  • Architects and designers
  • Builders and contractors
  • Planning consultants

Local planning resources

Official resources for Southend-on-Sea.

External links provided for reference.

Planning Handbook