FOI002566 FOI Planning

Short Description
Planning Applications
Reference number
FOI002566
Date
12/01/2026
Request

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, I am writing to request the following information regarding your planning department:
1.    How many pre-application enquiries have been received concerning major residential development within the last five years? Between the 12th of January 2021 and the 12th of January 2026.
2.    How many staff are currently employed in the development management/planning applications team? Please specify full-time or part-time where possible.
3.    How many major planning applications were awaiting validation on the 12th of January 2026?