Stoke-on-Trent Centenary: Celebrating 100 years of our city

In 2025, we'll celebrate a century since the city received its well-deserved status. Check out our dedicated Centenary page for information on events, local stories and more!

sot100.org.uk

I need planning advice

In this section

  1. I need planning advice
  2. Pre-application fees

Pre-application fees

We offer advice on submitting a commerical planning application in appointments which last up to an hour. Written advice can also be provided. Our charges are listed here:

Planning Pre-application Advice Charging Schedule

 Fee 

(Written advice inclusive of a meeting with the case officer where appropriate)
PPAs and Bespoke Arrangements POA
Development Team £3000

Major Development (as defined by regulations)

 £2000

Minor Development (as defined by regulations)

 £1000
Telecommunications Development £500
Minerals, Waste & Energy Development £2000
Householder Development £120
Advertisements £150

Other Categories (including but not limited to the below)

  • Elevation alterations
  • Agricultural development
  • Works to listed buildings
  • Planning conditions
  • Lawful development certificates
  • Works to trees
 £500

All charges are inclusive of VAT.