Submit a planning application
Apply for Planning Permission
You can apply directly to the Council. The Planning Portal provides guidance on what application you need to submit depending on the type of development you are proposing. For more information and to download an application form visit Planning Portal e-forms cabinet.
Download the main types of applications:
- Payment can be made through our online payments form
- Email your completed application form and plans to: developmentteam@lincoln.gov.uk for checking and consideration.
Please be aware we do not accept cash or cheque payments.
Apply for planning permission through the Planning Portal
Local Validation List
Current adopted Local Validation Lists (in force)
The Central Lincolnshire authorities of West Lindsey, North Kesteven, and City of Lincoln have worked jointly to develop Local Validation Lists following the adoption of the 2023 Central Lincolnshire Local Plan to ensure a consistent approach is applied, linking directly with the requirements set out in the adopted Local Plan.
The Local Validation Lists below are currently adopted and are used by City of Lincoln Council to ensure that planning applications are accompanied by the necessary information at the point of submission, helping to avoid delays in validation.
Adopted Local Validation Lists:
- Full Applications Validation List
- Householder Applications Validation List
- Listed Building Consent Applications Validation List
- Outline Applications Validation List
Review of Local Validation Lists – Public Consultation
National planning policy and guidance require Local Planning Authorities to review Local Validation Lists every two years.
The Central Lincolnshire authorities are currently reviewing the jointly developed Local Validation Lists and are running a 4-week consultation on proposed changes between 11 May 2026 and 7 June 2026.
Further details, including the full draft consultation documents, a summary of the key proposed changes, and how to comment, are available on the dedicated consultation page: Local Validation List Review: Consultation from 11 May 2026 | North Kesteven District Council.
Please note: the proposed lists are not yet adopted, and the existing validation lists will continue to apply throughout the consultation period. Following the consultation, all representations will be considered before any updated lists are formally approved and brought into use.