Planning policy and research

Planning policy shapes the places where people live and work in North Somerset.

Good planning ensures we get the right development, in the right place and at the right time making a positive difference to your lives.
 
It helps to deliver homes, jobs and better opportunities for all whilst protecting and enhancing the natural and historic environment around us.

Sustainable development makes sure there is a better quality of life for everyone now and in the future.

For more information about planning policy issues contact our Planning Policy team. 

For information about how we monitor development or other planning policy related research contact our Research and Monitoring team.

For more information about a particular planning application or whether planning permission is required please visit our Development Control section or contact our Development Control team.