How long we keep your personal data
We will ensure that data we no longer need is deleted from our physical and electronic systems. A lot of information about planning related applications must be retained indefinitely (this is required by law) but in relation to planning related applications, certain information, including public comments and representations will be deleted permanently after a decision has been made (this will include any period during which an appeal may be made or is ongoing, and any period within which a judicial review of the application may be sought or is ongoing).
Information obtained during the preparation of a planning document will be kept until that document has been replaced or superseded. This does not include contact details provided as part of the planning policy consultee database unless requested.
For more information on the data retention periods for all planning documentation, please contact the council.
Some information may be retained for performance indicator monitoring, any information retained for these purposes will be anonymised.