Comment on planning applications

If you wish to comment on an application:

• Write to us, preferably by email to planning.applications@southwark.gov.uk, or letter
• State the application number
• State your reasons for objection or support

You should ensure your comments reach us before the expiry of the consultation period shown for the application. The application will not be decided before this period expires.

We may consider comments received after the deadline, until the application is decided, although this is not guaranteed.

Comments marked "confidential" will not be taken into consideration.

What can I comment on?

The following checklist gives examples of the type of thing you can comment on that will be taken into account in deciding the application:

• Design and size of the development
• Use proposed
• Traffic generation and parking
• Will it be a nuisance because of noise etc
• Will it fit in with the surrounding area
• Will it affect my amenity in terms of daylight, privacy etc.
• How it complies with planning policies and guidance
• Possible Section 106 planning contributions or benefits for the community that could be secured from the proposal
• Any other relevant material planning or environmental issues.

Objections or comments based on personal grounds, such as the sex or race of the applicant, the effect on the value of your property or private views, boundary disputes or competition for your business are not valid material planning considerations and will not be taken into account.