Supplementary planning documents and other guidance

Learn how planning policies guide air quality and pollution control in new developments.

Understand employment and skills plans and how they support local jobs.

Explore plans for development and regeneration in Portsmouth city centre.

Planning guidance for development and conservation at Eastney Beach.

Read housing standards guidance for new developments and extensions in Portsmouth.

View guidance on designing developments to reduce crime and improve safety through planning policy.

Read guidance on student halls of residence and planning requirements for development.

Read tall buildings planning guidance and how developments are assessed in Portsmouth.

Get an overview of the Seafront Masterplan and its aims for development and improvement.

View the Seafront Masterplan SPD adoption details, including legal notice, consultation, and access to documents.

Understand Biodiversity Net Gain requirements and how developments must improve nature by at least 10%.

How communities can nominate buildings or land to be listed as assets of community value.

Overview of the minerals and waste plan, including policies, documents, and how it affects Portsmouth.

Check permitted development rules for household extensions and see when planning permission is required.

Read developer waste guidelines for planning applications and how to manage waste in new developments.

Read the Southsea Seafront Strategy and learn about plans to manage and improve the coastline.

Read guidance on sustainable design and construction for planning and development.