We assess planning applications against the Local Development Framework and national planning policies.
National planning policy
National planning policies for England are set out in the National Planning Policy Framework – GOV.UK.
The Local Development Framework
The Local Development Framework is a collection of policies that sets out the vision for Newark and Sherwood's development. It sets out how areas will change and describes where development will take place and where it will not.
Check planning constraints
Before you submit a planning application, you should be aware of any planning constraints that may affect your application.
For more information, go to the policies map.
Conservation areas
There are 47 conservation areas in Newark and Sherwood that are considered to have special architectural or historical interest.
If your application site lies within a conservation area you’ll have to include details of the impact your proposal will have as part of a Heritage Impact Assessment.
Listed buildings
The aim of listing a building is to give it statutory protection from changes that will affect its special character.
Any proposals to alter or extend these buildings are likely to need listed building consent as well as planning permission. You’ll have to include details of the impact your proposal will have as part of a Heritage Impact Assessment.
Tree Preservation Orders
You cannot do any works to trees under a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) without applying for consent. If a proposal affects trees that are protected we will assess the impact of the proposal. Trees within a conservation area are also protected.
Historic parks and gardens
There are four registered historic parks and gardens within the district:
- Thurgarton Hundred Workhouse
- Rufford Abbey Country Park
- Thoresby Park
- Newark Castle Gardens
If your planning proposal falls within or near one you’ll need to assess what impact your proposal will have on the park or garden. You may have to include details of this within your design and access statement.
Green belt
Applications within green belts are carefully assessed, making sure that the open character of the green belt is not affected. If your proposal falls within the green belt you’ll need to submit a green belt assessment. For more information, check page 25 of the validation checklist.
The green belt boundary is shown on our policies map.
Flood risk
If you’re developing a property that lies within an area at risk from flooding you may be required to provide a flood risk assessment with your application.
Contaminated land
Sometimes land, particularly within built up areas, may have been contaminated by previous uses such as a petrol station or in association with coal mining. Our environmental health officers are able to help you if you think your land may be contaminated. You’ll also need to submit a contaminated land survey with your application.
Archaeology, ancient monuments and heritage assets
You also need to be aware of the limitations of development concerning: