Planning Statement Checklist

The Planning Statement Template

The Planning Statement Template is a structured worksheet designed to help applicants organise the information commonly included in a Planning Statement for a development proposal in England.

It is intended for homeowners, self-builders, property owners and designers who want a clear framework for describing a site, explaining a proposed development and recording the national and local planning policies relevant to an application.

What the Template Covers

The document provides structured sections and prompts covering:

• Project, applicant and agent details
• Planning application type
• Introduction and site description
• Planning designations and constraints
• Previous planning applications and decisions
• Description of the proposed development
• National and local planning policy
• Design principles, materials and local character
• Residential amenity considerations
• Vehicle access, parking and cycle storage
• Foul and surface-water drainage
• Ecology and biodiversity
• Trees and landscaping
• Flood risk and heritage
• Sustainability measures
• Consultation with relevant authorities
• The overall planning balance
• Supporting application documents
• Conclusion and preparation details

What You Will Receive

You will receive a 13-page PDF template suitable for printing and completing as a project worksheet. The completed information can then be reviewed and developed into a final Planning Statement for submission with the relevant planning application.

This template provides a general framework only. The information and supporting documents required will depend on the development, the site and the requirements of the relevant Local Planning Authority. Some sections may not apply, while additional site-specific information may be required.

The template does not guarantee that an application will be validated or that planning permission will be granted. All project details, planning policies and statements should be checked for accuracy and relevance before submission.

The document is supplied for use on the recipient’s own project and remains subject to Houseplansdirect’s copyright and permitted-use terms. It must not be reproduced, redistributed or resold without permission.