Processing times for planning applications are longer than usual. We have reduced the backlog from 200 to 45 applications over the last few weeks. However this still means delays of about 1 week before we can start processing an application. We're doing our best to process applications as quickly as possible, and we appreciate your patience. 
Planning application comments sent by email or letter
In periods when we're receiving a large number of comments on an application, a backlog in uploading these comments to the planning register can occur. In these circumstances, we're unable to let you know when we have received a comment you may have made or confirm when an email has been published.
You can see all comments on applications published to date by searching for the application on our Simple Search web page.
All comments we receive will be uploaded in good time for the case officer to consider them when they are preparing their reports and recommendations for the Planning Committee.
Publishing your comments automatically
You can also submit your comments through the online planning register, where they are published automatically. Details on how to register can be found on our planning portal.