Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need planning permission?

Yes, all minerals and waste development, with some exceptions require planning permission. Development not related to minerals and waste may require planning permission form the local District or Borough Council. For further information please see Do I Need Planning Permission?

How can I find out more about planning applications being considered by the County Council?

You can view all current planning applications and view all planning decision online. See Planning Applications.

Can the County Council overrule a District or Borough Council Planning Decision?

No the County Council cannot overrule a District or Borough Planning Decision.

Can the County Council choose to ignore the Borough / District / Parish Council comments when determining a planning applications?

The County Council does not ignore any comments received and will always take them into consideration when determining a planning application.

Can the County Council choose to permit proposals that may appear to be in conflict with planning policies?

Yes, all applications should be assessed inline with current Development Plan Policies unless material considerations indicate otherwise.

Who is responsible for removing fly tipping?

Your local District or Borough Council is your first point of contact, otherwise contact the Environment Agency to have fly tipping removed.

Can I appeal against a planning decision to grant planning permission when I have objected to the proposal?

No, only the applicant can appeal a planning decision.

Can I appeal against a decision on my planning application?

Yes, You have 6 months from the date of the planning refusal or date of permission to appeal a planing decision or condition. You should contact the Planning Inspectorate also look at the information we have on Planning Appeals.

What can I do if I think someone is carrying out works without planning permission or outside the terms of their planning consent?

If you think the development is related to minerals/ waste/ Leicestershire County Council development and is being undertaken without permission or contray to a planning permission then please contact us on the number below.

What action can the County Council take against someone who is carrying out works without planning permission or outside the terms of their planning consent?

Once you have reported the incident, the County Council will investigate the situation and take appropriate action, to see more information please view our enforcment pages and Enforcement Policy Statement

What can the County Council do about reducing or mitigating lorry traffic caused by minerals and waste development?

The County Council always seek advice from the Highway Authority when determining a planning application that affects lorry movements. Some permission may include lorry routing and vehicle numbers leaving a site, where the development might be deemed to have an environmental impact on the local highway network. The county council has limited powers controlling lorry speeds.

Do I need planning permission to tip material or waste?

Yes please see our notes on Do I Need Planning Permission?

What protection is there to safeguard existing trees?

If you wish to safeguard an existing tree you can apply for a tree preservation order from the District Council

What is a Development Plan?

The english planning system is a plan led system. A development plan is the acculation of various documents. The development plan should include the Regional Spatial Strategy, Structure Plan, Local District Plan and either or both the Minerals and Waste Local Plan. These plans include policies in which planning decisions are determined against and they all include a proposal map.

Where can I find out about blasting?

Information on blasting can be found on the County Council webpages please see Blasting

How do I make a complaint about a minerals or waste development?

If you would like to make a complaint about a minerals or waste operation or development or report an illegal development please compete the incident form

How can I find out about minerals and waste development around my property?

If you would like to find out if there is any mineral or waste development or proposals around your property, the County Council can provide you with a comprehensive mineral and waste search at a cost of £47 plus vat

If you have any other questions or queries please complete the following form and someone will contact you. Enquiry Form