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Comment on a Planning Application

For all applications registered by the Local Planning Authority, the description of the proposed development,  the site of the proposed development and the unique reference number of the application are:

  • Published in a Weekly List.  This list is also printed in the local newspaper, the 'West Somerset Free Press'.
  • Included in a letter to neighbouring properties.
  • Included in a site notice which is put up on or near the site of the proposed development.
  • Included in an advertisement in the West Somerset Free Press if the application is a listed building consent, a conservation area consent, affects a listed building and/or affects a conservation area, is a major application, affects tree(s) with a Tree Preservation Order or affects a public right of way.

From the date of  publication/notification representations can be made on an application for the following 21 days. These representations will be taken into account in the determination of the application.  

Anyone can comment on an application. The comments can either be in support of or against a proposal or of an informative nature without a stance being taken. 

Comments on an application must be made in writing and dated, give the full name and postal address of the person making the comments, and clearly state the grounds on which the representation is made.  If they are non-electronic they should be signed.  Anonymous representations will not be considered. Pre-printed forms or letters of representation are acceptable if they are individually signed and dated.

Comments can also be received through our online planning application search or by email to planningemail@westsomerset.gov.uk provided that the sender gives their full name and postal address.

Petitions will be considered provided that:

  • Each page of the petition is headed with the aim of the petition
  • The name and address of those signing are provided and readable.
  • The grounds of representation are material and clearly stated.
  • The name and address of the petition co-ordinator is included.

Representations should be sent to either the case officer whose contact details will be on the neighbour letter and site notice, or can be sent to Andrew Goodchild, Planning Manager.  The postal address is:

West Somerset House, Killick Way, Williton, Taunton, TA4 4AQ.

Email: planningemail@westsomerset.gov.uk

Please quote the reference number of the application on your representation.

Please note:  In the case of a householder application, in the event of the application going to appeal any representations made about the application will be passed to the Secretary of State and there will be no opportunity to make further representations.