A guide to how you can influence planning decisions

The Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) sets out how and when you can influence new planning documents covering Rotherham and the ways in which you can comment on planning applications, as well as other forms of consent such as listed building consent or telecommunications applications, such as mobile phone masts.

The SCI was revised by the Council in October 2024.

The SCI is presented in three sections which explore the:

  • Approach to community involvement
  • Influencing the Local Plan
  • Getting involved in planning applications

View the revised Statement of Community Involvement

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