Article 4 Direction

Overview

Notice has be given that the Council intend to introduce an Article 4 Direction which if confirmed would require planning consent for the change of use of a building within Class C3 (dwellinghouses) to a use falling within Class C4 (houses in multiple occupation) through the removal of  permitted development rights for this type of development.

You can view the Article 4 notice, direction and map on our website here

The Direction would apply to the entire area of the Borough of Stockton-on-Tees with the intention to come into force on 22nd March 2027. Representations to the intention to introduce the Article 4 direction can be made using this form.

Making representations through this form will not mean that you will be consulted on any planning applications in the area that you are / may be interested in. Furthermore, any comments you may have on a planning application expressed here will not be logged against that application.

You can view or comment on a planning application, or view the details of previous planning permissions, using our public access service.  In addition, you can also register for the My Council which, includes a function showing planning applications close to where you live, amongst other things.

Any personal information provided on this form will be held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and used solely for the purpose for which you provide it. For more information on how we use your personal data please view our Privacy Notice on our website at https://www.stockton.gov.uk/Privacy-notices

Please note that we cannot accept anonymous comments however if you wish your name to be kept in confidence, please let us know by contacting us at planningpolicy@stockton.gov.uk or 01642 393939. Alternatively, please make your wish clear when making representaitions later in this form.

Comments received may be made available to be viewed by members of the public. We may also publish comments in further reports and on our website. Your personal details such as email address, postal address, telephone number and signature will not be made public. We will however make names available unless you have contacted us to confirm that these are to be kept in confidence.