Who can make comments on an application? Do you have to be a neighbour?
Anyone can make comments on an application, you do not need to be a direct neighbour or directly notified by the Council. However, the Council has to make decision on applications within a set timescale, normally 8 weeks, and there is a time limit for making your views known. This consultation period is normally up to 21 days from the date of the notification letter or the posting of a Planning Site Notice.