Planning Policy Frequently Asked Questions

The Environment Agency provides the Council with maps showing the extent of the area liable to flood linked to different annual probabilities. This data can be provided to view through a request in advance to the Planning Policy Unit, however, the information can also be viewed through the Environment Agency website.  You may also phone the Environment Agency's helpline on 01277 454345.

It should be noted the Environment Agency regularly updates their advice on the area liable to flood. This may result in changes to local flood risk.

  1. Can you tell me if the local plan is available to view online?
  2. Does my property fall within the area of influence for the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area?
  3. Is my property located within the Green Belt?
  4. Is my property located within an area liable to flood?
  5. Is there a map showing the locations of telecommunications masts?
  6. What is the Local Development Framework (LDF)?
  7. What is the timetable for the Local Development Framework?
  8. What documents have been adopted as part of the Local Development Framework?
  9. What documents will be produced as part of the Local Development Framework (LDF)?
  10. Which policies in the Local Plan have been saved?
  11. What policies are relevant to a planning application?
  12. What is the population of the Royal Borough?

Contact Information:

By telephone:

  • Local Plan and Local Development Framework - 01628 796115
  • Conservation Areas, Listed Buildings and Archaeology - 01628 795687 
  • Statistical Information - 01628 796066 

By email: planning.policy@rbwm.gov.uk

By post: Planning Policy Section, RBWM, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, Berks SL6 1RF

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