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Environment

We work hard to make sure that North Somerset has an environment that residents and visitors can enjoy.

Our planning department deals with all planning applications made in North Somerset, you can use our search facility to view applications online.

Earlier this year we made some changes to the way you recycle to help us keep the amount of waste going to landfill down. You can also use our online search facility to see when your next collection is. For more information visit our recycling pages.

Our building control team deal with a range of services relating to the development of new buildings or alterations to current buildings in the district. Our surveyors make sure that the plans and work comply with building regulations.

Planning policy sets out how future planning in North Somerset will be carried out. This is explained in detail in the Replacement Local Plan and the Local Development Framework (LDF).

Our environmental protection team has a responsibility to enforce environmental laws that ensure the safety of everyone in the district. This includes:

pollution issues
noise nuisance
dog warden
pest control
food safety and hygiene