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Planning (Appeals) Bill

A Bill to limit the grounds of appeal against decisions on planning applications consistent with a neighbourhood development plan or local plan; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

21 March 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Planning (Appeals) Bill would narrow the grounds for appealing planning decisions when the decision is in line with a local plan or neighbourhood plan. By restricting those appeal grounds, it aims to keep more decisions in line with approved plans and reduce delays, with additional related reforms to the planning appeals process.

Key Points

Restricts the grounds for planning appeals where the decision follows a local plan or neighbourhood plan.
Aims to speed up decisions by narrowing how plan‑consistent decisions can be appealed.
Includes related reforms to how plan‑consistent appeals are considered and processed.

Progress

The bill is at its second reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons and would move to the next stages (Committee, report, third reading) if it progresses.

Who is affected?

Developers and landowners applying for planning permissionLocal planning authorities (councils) and planning officersCommunities and groups responsible for local or neighbourhood plansPlanning consultants, lawyers, and other planning professionalsMembers of the public who participate in planning appeals

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Planning (Appeals)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 300 2017-19 (as introduced)

BillCommons

18 Mar 2019

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.