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Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us at an online or in-person event where you find out more about Local Government Organisation, ask questions and find out how to have your say. 


Weather warning

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain and thunderstorms from Friday 18 July and an amber weather warning on Saturday 19 July. Read our advice during severe weather for more information.  


Essential maintenance to our planning services

There will be disruption to our planning services from Thursday 17 July to Saturday 19 July. This is whilst we carry out some essential maintenance. You will not be able to search or comment on a planning application during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience. 

Local Plan

A review of the Local Plan was considered by Council at its meeting on 21 February 2024. A decision was made that it should be updated. Find out more about the update to the Local Plan.

Guildford Local Plan

The Local Guildford Plan guides development, improvements to services, including leisure and travel, and much more.

Find out about Developer Contributions and Community Infrastructure Levy

Find out how we're checking the viability of introducing CIL in Guildford.

Policies map

Check where Planning policies apply in Guildford.

Examining the Local Plan: Strategy and Sites

Learn how we made sure our latest Local Plan policies deliver the greatest benefits to Guildford.

Monitoring the Local Plan

Learn what progress we've made with Local Plan preparation, reports and information.

Timetable for our Local Plan

Learn how we're preparing the new Local Plan: Development Management Policies.