Wirral Borough Council— Planning Applications & Local Information
Metropolitan Borough Council • North West
Council Information
- Council Type
- Metropolitan Borough Council
- Region / Nation
- North West
- Website
- https://www.wirral.gov.uk
On the council site, choose Planning → View or search planning applications.
Planning Statistics
Planning Permission in Wirral
Planning permission rules in Wirral Borough Council follow national legislation. The council applies the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) alongside local policies in their development plan. Use these guides to find out whether your project needs permission.
How to Apply for Planning Permission
The application process for Wirral Borough Council follows the standard national procedure. Our step-by-step guide covers everything from pre-application advice to decision timelines.
Read the full guide →Conservation Areas in Wirral
Wirral Borough Council has 28 designated conservation areas where stricter planning controls apply.
Listed Buildings in Wirral
Wirral Borough Council has 1,826 listed buildings. Listed building consent is required for any works that affect the character of these structures.
...and 35 more listed buildings
Planning FAQs — Wirral
Key Data
- Listed Buildings
- 1,826
- Conservation Areas
- 28
- Brownfield Sites
- —
- Tree Preservation Orders
- 723
- Article 4 Directions
- 13