Playing an important part in the role of Planning

Parish Councils play an important part in the role of Planning whereby they have a right to view planning applications affecting their area and to express their views to the planning authority.

The Parish Council discuss Planning Applications at Full Parish Council meetings and make recommendations to the Local Planning Authority, Wiltshire Council Planning Department.

Whilst the Local Planning Authority may not agree with the Parish Council decision, it must consider the Parish view before it decides to grant or refuse permission for the development.