Welcome Page

This site allows you to view the list of planning applications that are received by Winchester City Council. There are several methods of searching for an application. The first is by 'searching for a unique reference number' which allows you to search by the Planning Reference Number, W Number or the Planning Portal Number. Be aware that some applications may take a few days to appear on this website or on the national Planning Portal website.

Planning Representations

When considering an application, the Council has to balance people's rights to use or develop their property against public interests and concerns.

There are a number of issues that are taken into account:

• The District Local Plan and County Structure Plan policies
• Government guidance
• Case law and previous decisions
• Effect on the enjoyment of neighbouring properties
• Design, appearance and layout
• Conservation of the built and natural environment
• Highway safety and traffic

The following are irrelevant in reaching planning decisions:

• Loss of view over other people's land
• Effect on the value of property
• Possible future development
• Developer's motives
• Private property rights (e.g. boundaries or access)
• Matters covered by other laws, e.g. alcohol licences

Winchester City Council encourages public participation in planning and your views and comments on planning applications are welcomed.

Please note that different rules apply if you wish to comment on an application with an 'LDC' or 'LDP' suffix. Please click here for full details.

If you wish to submit comments on a planning application, you can go to the relevant application by searching in accordance with the instructions on the home page and submit your comments directly from the application.

If you require further information on a planning application, the planning process or the appeal process, please dial the Council's Contact Centre on 01962 840 222, who will direct your call to the appropriate person.