Planning Application Fee Calculator
Calculate the exact fee for your planning application. England and Wales fees are set nationally by the government — they are the same regardless of which council you apply to. There is no VAT on planning application fees.
Planning Fee Calculator
England & Wales fees (2024 fee schedule)
Extensions, loft conversions, and other works to a single house
Common fee reference:
Householder£258
Change of Use£293
LDC£129
Prior Approval£120
Important Notes
- Fees shown are for England. Scotland and Northern Ireland have different fee schedules — check with your council.
- Fees were last updated in December 2023 (35% increase for most applications).
- A second application for the same site within 12 months may be eligible for a free resubmission — check with your LPA.
- Disabled people and charities may be exempt from some fees — contact your LPA for details.
- The Planning Portal accepts payment by credit or debit card at time of submission.
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Did you know?
Listed building consent is completely free to apply for. If your works also require planning permission, you pay the planning fee — but the listed building consent element has no charge.
Full Planning Fee Schedule (England, 2026)
| Application Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Householder application | £258 |
| Lawful Development Certificate | £129 |
| Listed building consent | FREE |
| Tree works (conservation area) | FREE |
| Prior approval (larger extensions) | £120 |
| Full planning – minor (1–9 units) | £293 per unit |
| Full planning – major (10+ units) | £458 per unit |
| Outline planning (major) | £462 per hectare |
| Change of use | £293 |
| Advertisement consent | £154 |
| Non-material amendment | £234 |
| Discharge of conditions | £234 |
Fees correct as of 2026. Always verify with your local planning authority before submitting an application. Fees apply to England only. See the official planning portal fee guidance →