Need free planning guidance and advice?

Planning Aid England’s knowledge base provides answers to simple questions people often ask about planning.

Planning advice

Free planning advice

How does the planning system work? How can I comment on a planning proposal? What is a planning appeal? What does all this planning jargon mean?

www.planningaid.co.uk is Planning Aid England’s knowledge base that provides:

  • Answers to questions people often ask about planning
  • Clear, simple explanations of how the planning system works
  • Signposting on where to go next

Planning Aid also offers a free email advice service offering a limited amount general planning advice. Email advice can be accessed via an online enquiry form.

Please note planning advice is not provided via telephone.

Planning advice in Scotland and Wales

Planning Aid England enjoys coverage throughout England. Separate charities exist to deliver Planning Aid services in Scotland and Wales.

Planning Aid Scotland:

Tel: 0131 220 9730 or 0300 323 7602 (Helpline)
Website: http://pas.org.uk

Planning Aid Wales:

Tel: 02920 625000
Website: www.planningaidwales.org.uk