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Providing feedback on the planning service - View or comment on a planning application
Have you used our online planning service or contacted us about a planning matter? We’re always keen to hear about your experiences to make sure we’re providing the best services we can. More information can be found on our page....
Appeal being considered by the Planning Inspectorate - View or comment on a planning application
In the event of an appeal being considered by the Planning Inspectorate, we will forward redacted copies of all comments made and accepted, to the Planning Inspectorate as part of the appeals process. For a householder or minor commercial applicati...
How to comment on a planning application - View or comment on a planning application
You should submit your comments to us within 21 days of the date of a notification letter, site notice or press advertisement. After this time you can still submit the comment if permission is yet to be decided, but the Council can make its decision...
Air Quality and Planning - Air pollution
The Supplementary Planning Guidance for Air Quality (PDF File, 1,526kb) has been prepared in conjunction with the East Midlands Air Quality Network (EMAQN) and has been developed to supplement the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), with the...
What to include in your comments - View or comment on a planning application
When you comment on a planning application, the main thing to remember is that we can only take planning related matters into account when making a decision. This applies to planning applications across the UK. Planning matters normally relate to iss...
Statutory legislation - Planning privacy notice
The main legislation that provides us with the statutory basis to deliver our services is as follows: The Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Environment Act 2021 Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 The Planning and Compensati...
How we get the personal information and why we have it - Planning privacy notice
Most of the personal information we process is provided to us directly by you. We collect your information when you contact us, access our services, or make a formal application to any of our services. Information will either have been provided by ...
Who we may share your information with - Planning privacy notice
We do not sell your information to other organisations or use your information for automated decision making. However, we will routinely share your data inside and outside of the Council as part of the services and regulatory functions provided by ...
The type of personal information we collect - Planning privacy notice
We currently collect and process information including but not limited to: name, address, signatures contact details (email, telephone numbers, address) visual images (including drone / videos / photos) organisational details financial information (...
Forward Plan
The forward plan is a list of the council’s key decisions that will be made over the next one to four months. These decisions will be made by either the Cabinet, Portfolio Holders, or by officers who have been delegated authority by the Cabinet...
How we use the information - Planning privacy notice
We use the information that you have given us to: provide you with the information or service you have requested deal with and determine an application for the service you have requested undertake a statutory function such as determining application...
Who we are - Planning privacy notice
Our Planning Development Business Unit consists of several multi-disciplinary teams responsible for the following service areas and functions, on behalf of the Local Authority. Development Management: This includes the assessment and determination of...
View or comment on a planning application
Anyone can make comments about any planning application. You do not have to be notified directly. By using our planning application website, you agree to the , together with the . There are more details about how we use your data on our . Plannin...
Planning enforcement latest news
This page provides the latest updates on significant planning enforcement matters within the district, including ongoing investigations and actions related to unauthorised developments and illegal encampments. Update from Newark and Sherwood District...
Event Planning - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)
If you’re organising an event within the district you need to tell us. Whether the event is large or small our Safety Advisory Group (SAG) are here to help the event run safely. Tell us about your event by completing our online event notification f...
The law we use to process your personal information - Planning privacy notice
We need to process your data to ensure that the services we are providing meet our statutory and legal obligations, are fit for purpose, efficient and effective. Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 20...
Southwell Neighbourhood Plan
Amended Southwell Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation - 18th December 2024 to 19th February 2025 Southwell Town Council has submitted a Neighbourhood Plan proposal under Regulation 15 (1) of The Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations ...
Serious Violence Response Planning
The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts (PCSC) Act 2022 provides new duties in respect to Serious Violence. The Serious Violence Duty requires councils and local services work together to share information and target interventions to prevent and re...
Plants for bugs - Gardening for wildlife
The RHS Science project plants for bugs found that the best way to support invertebrates in gardens and promote a healthy ecosystem, is to choose plantings biased towards British native plants and encourage dense vegetation, while leaving some patch...
Planning privacy notice
The UK Data Privacy legislation, give individuals the right to be informed about how organisations use their personal data. This information is provided in the form of a Privacy Notice. Newark and Sherwood District Council is registered as a Data Con...
How we store and how long we keep information about you - Planning privacy notice
Your information is securely stored. We will hold your personal information in line with the Council’s retention schedule. At its expiry date the information will be reviewed, and only retained where there is an ongoing requirement to retain for a ...
Your data protection rights - Planning privacy notice
Under data protection law, you have rights including: your right of access - You have the right to ask us for copies of your personal information. your right to rectification - You have the right to ask us to rectify personal information you think i...
How to complain - Planning privacy notice
If you have any concerns about our use of your personal information, you can make a complaint to us at privacy@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk You can also complain to the ICO if you are unhappy with how we have used your data. The ICO’s address: In...
What information will be removed - View or comment on a planning application
To ensure that we are able to demonstrate a fair and transparent process, the following information will be removed from any comments we receive from interested third parties and will not be published online or shared: telephone number email address...
Tree Plantings at Vicar Water Country Park - Vicar Water Country Park
In association with our partners we have planted 4.4 hectares of native woodland on previously grazed land at Vicar Water Country Park. This area of the park is called Vicardale. The tree planting forms part of the Defra funded Trees for Climate proj...
Event Safety Management Plan - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)
Depending on the type and size of your event you may need to complete an Event Management Plan [69kb] this is a useful document for any event organiser as it will keep all your plans, procedures and information in one place and ensure you have consid...
Planting for the future - Trees and nature conservation
We’re currently undertaking an ambitious tree planting programme - and we need your help. By increasing the number of trees in the district we are making our communities more attractive, greener and healthier places to live and work. Trees are vita...
Shrub beds and planters - Grounds maintenance service
We take time and care with cutting and shaping shrub beds and raised planters twice each year. We generally cut these through November to February and visit again in July and August....
Plants for bees and butterflies - Gardening for wildlife
Wild bees and other pollinators are in decline. One way gardeners can help is by planting garden flowers that provide forage for a wide variety of pollinating insects. There are lots of great plants for bees and butterflies and here’s a list of som...
Neighbourhood and housing strategy
Find out more information regarding the Council’s Neighbourhood Planning including Neighbourhood Plans and Affordable Housing development....
Choosing and planting trees - Trees and nature conservation
It’s important to consider what you want from the trees you plant before you choose them. Planting is best done between November and March. If you want your tree to be good for wildlife, native species are usually best. Trees which provide fruit an...
Plans for the future - Newark Buttermarket
Newark Buttermarket and Royal Exchange is now owned and managed in partnership by Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Council. We have undertaken repairs and renovation and a phased plan of action is underway to bring activity and l...
Newark Town Centre Masterplan
Newark is a unique town that has plenty of potential. It’s well-connected, has a rich history, contains a great marketplace in its centre, and features a vast number of excellent independent shops. Residents, retailers, businesses and visitors are ...
Plant a wildlife hedge - Gardening for wildlife
Hedges are excellent natural shelters. They can be a flourishing home and habitat for nature. Some hedges provide food for birds and nectar for insects, most provide shelter for birds. Planting a mixed hedge is best for wildlife as it helps extend fl...
Parks and open spaces development plan
We have unveiled exciting new plans to further enhance parks and open spaces across the district, ensuring the much-loved community assets continue to thrive for years to come....
Timescales - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
Autumn 2025 - planning application submitted Spring 2026 - planning approval secured Autumn 2026 – demolition and site clearance Winter 2026 - construction starts Spring 2028 – main construction works complete Spring/Summer 2028 – internal fi...
Introduction - 12 February 2026 Neighbourhood Plan Referendum
The Winthorpe with Langford Neighbourhood Plan Referendum was held on Thursday 12 February 2026. Polling stations were open from 7am until 10pm. Poll cards were sent to registered voters who were eligible to vote in this referendum....
Major park upgrades - Parks and open spaces development plan
Two parks in the district will receive significant improvements thanks to Newark and Sherwood District Councils Parks and Open Spaces Development Plan. Plans could see a new modern Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) installed at Cherry Holt Play Park in New...
Strategic objectives and action plan - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029
Newark and Sherwood District Council is dedicated to promoting equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion within the community. The Council's Community Plan 2023-2027 outlines key actions to support these objectives, including breaking down barriers ...
Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
For years, we have been working hard to develop an exciting regeneration project for Ollerton, and the allocation of government funding can now mark the official start of this transformational journey for the town centre. Following the successful Lev...
Development Consultation Forum
Proposed Development Consultation Forum regarding proposed development at Land off Lower Kirklington Road, Southwell Jigsaw Planning and Development Ltd has requested pre-application advice concerning potential access arrangements for allocated site ...
Our plans - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
The Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration project proposes to connect Forest Road and Rufford Avenue, through the demolition of The Forest Centre and the former Lloyds Bank, to create: A north-south pedestrian boulevard connecting Forest Road and Ruff...
Further investment - Parks and open spaces development plan
The third initiative which will take place in 2026/2027 , looks to invest an additional £30,000 in a number of other District Council-owned parks and green spaces. Clay Lane in Newark and Thorpe Oaks/Stirling Drive in Coddington have been identified...
Halt plan to turn town centre garden into car park
At its meeting on 7 March 2019, the council received a petition titled ‘Help to halt plans to turn a town centre garden into a car park’ signed by 1770 online and via a paper petition. As the petition had received over 500 signatures, there was a...
Yorke Drive Focus
You can view all the submitted plans and documents by visiting the District Council’s planning portal. The planning application reference is 22/01528/RMAM. Due to the scale of this project, it will be delivered in several phases. These will includ...
What services can I pay for online? - Making payments to the Council
You can pay for the following things online: Regular payments Council tax Business rates Housing rent Invoice payments (includes, parking permits, trade waste) Benefit overpayments One-off or annual payments Garden waste Change to your address e...
What services can I pay for online? - Payment
You can pay for the following things online: Regular payments Council tax Business rates Housing rent Invoice payments (includes, parking permits, trade waste) Benefit overpayments One-off or annual payments Garden waste Change to your address e...
Registered parks and gardens - Parks and gardens conservation
There are four registered parks and gardens in Newark and Sherwood Rufford Abbey (Grade II) Thoresby Park (Grade I) Thurgarton Hundred Workhouse (Grade II*) Whilst statutory planning protection does not apply to registered parks and gardens (ot...
Town and Parish Parks Legacy Fund and Environmental Improvement Grant Scheme - Parks and open spaces development plan
The Newark and Sherwood Town and Parish Parks Legacy Fund Scheme supports town and parish councils/meetings to deliver new or improved play areas. It is aimed at sites not owned by the District Council and helps local partners invest in safe, ...
Unregistered parks and gardens - Parks and gardens conservation
Designed landscapes form an integral part of the heritage of Newark and Sherwood. Whilst a small number of the district’s historic landscapes are on the national register (and therefore receive protection in the planning system), the vast majority ...