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Pob canllaw
Planning Law
5 camau
Diweddarwyd March 2026

Herio Penderfyniad Cynllunio

Sut i apelio yn erbyn gwrthod caniatâd cynllunio.

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If your planning application is refused by the local planning authority, or if conditions are imposed that you disagree with, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. Third parties who object to a grant of planning permission cannot appeal but may seek judicial review in limited circumstances.

Proses gam wrth gam

1

Understand the Refusal

Read the decision notice carefully. It will set out the reasons for refusal, referring to specific planning policies. Consider whether the reasons can be addressed.

2

Consider Your Options

You can: submit a revised application (free within 12 months), appeal to the Planning Inspectorate, or seek pre-application advice before resubmitting.

Amserlen: Within 6 months of decision (householder: 12 weeks)
3

Submit Your Appeal

Appeals are made online to the Planning Inspectorate at acp.planninginspectorate.gov.uk. Include your original application, the decision notice, and a statement of case explaining why the decision was wrong.

Amserlen: Within 6 months (or 12 weeks for householder appeals)
4

Appeal Process

Most appeals are decided by written representations. More complex cases may use an informal hearing or a public inquiry. The Inspector will visit the site.

Amserlen: Decision: 8–30+ weeks depending on method
5

Inspector's Decision

The Planning Inspector issues a decision letter either allowing the appeal (granting permission) or dismissing it. The decision is binding on the local authority.

Costau

Planning appealFree
Planning consultant (optional)£1,000–£5,000+

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Strict time limits apply — most appeals must be made within 6 months of the decision.

The Inspector can impose different conditions from those proposed by the local authority.

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