Appeals and Judicial Reviews
How to appeal
There are two types of appeal. There are those that cover:
The government has published guidance on planning appeals.
All appeals must be submitted to the Planning Inspectorate on the appeals casework portal.
There is no third party right of appeal.
Can I appeal a full planning application?
You can appeal if:
- you disagree with the decision
- you disagree with any conditions placed on the decision
- no decision is made within eight weeks (13 weeks for a major development)
You must appeal within six months of the date on the decision notice.
You can only appeal a decision if you made the application.
Can I appeal a householder planning application?
You can appeal if:
- you disagree with the decision
- you disagree with any conditions placed on the decision
- no decision is made within eight weeks
You must appeal within 12 weeks of the decision.
You can only appeal a decision if you made the application.
Judicial Reviews
A judicial review is the only way a third party can challenge a planning decision.
A decision by the local planning authority can only be challenged in the courts on a point of law.
Examples could be:
- the way in which the decision has been made
- whether the correct procedures have been followed
A challenge in the courts must be brought within six weeks of the decision.
More information about applying for judicial review is provided by the Ministry of Justice.