Search, view and comment on planning applications

Powys County Council is moving to a new system for processing planning applications. As a result, there are currently two public registers, depending on when an application was submitted.

Please follow the guidance below to ensure you use the correct system.

If you wish to comment on a planning application, please view our guidance, which explains how to submit comments and what to include:  How to comment on a planning application

Applications submitted on or after 20 April 2026

Planning applications registered from 20 April 2026 onwards are available in our new Public Register, which contains both planning and building control applications.

Use the new Public Register to:

• view application details and supporting documents
• submit comments online

Application reference format: Examples look like P/26/****/FUL

View planning applications in the new Public Register Arcus search

Applications submitted before 20 April 2026

Planning applications registered before 20 April 2026 are held on our previous planning applications system.

Application reference format: Examples look like 26/****/FUL

View planning applications submitted before 20 April 2026 Idox search

Need help?

If you experience any issues or are unsure which system to use, please contact Planning Services:

• Email: planning.services@powys.gov.uk (during normal working hours)
• Phone: 01597 827161 (Monday to Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 4:00pm)