There are 3 ways to object (each option listed below):
- Via the Uttlesford website
- Via email
- Via Post
Each household member can submit their own objection.
How to Object via the Uttlesford website
1. Go to the Planning Portal
Visit: https://publicaccess.uttlesford.gov.uk/online-applications/
2. Register or Log In
You must be logged in to submit a valid objection.
3. Search for the Application
Click Search / Planning / Simple Search
Enter planning reference: UTT/25/2786/OP
4. Click “Make a Comment”
Click the button on the application page.
5. Choose “Object”
Enter your full name and home address – without these your objection will not be counted.
Select “Object” as your stance.
6. Write Your Objection
7. Submit Your Objection
Click submit. You will receive an on-screen confirmation.
8. Encourage Others
Ask friends, family, neighbours to object.
9. Check after 1 week
After one week, check the planning portal to ensure your objection is logged.
How to Object via Email
- Send to: planning@uttlesford.gov.uk
- Subject Field: Objection – Planning Application UTT/25/2786/OP
- Write your objection in the body of the email. Your email should focus on material planning considerations as detailed above, including a clear statement that you object. Example: I wish to OBJECT to this planning application due to…..
- Finish with a sentence asking the Council to refuse the application, such as: Given the scale, location and impacts of this proposal, I respectfully ask the Council to REFUSE this application.
- Include your full name and address (the objection will not be accepted without your full name and address).
- After one week, check the planning portal to ensure your objection is logged.
How to Object via post
- You can also send a physical letter using the same format at the email (above).
- Send your letter to: Planning Department, Uttlesford District Council, London Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4ER.
- Post it 1st class and keep a copy.
- After one week, check the planning portal to ensure your objection is logged.
Shareable short steps (For email / Whatsapp Groups):
1. Visit planning portal https://publicaccess.uttlesford.gov.uk/online-applications
2. Log in
3. Search UTT/25/2786/OP
4. Click “Make a Comment – Object”
5. Write objection
6. Submit and Share
If you need any help with this process, email us at: takeleystreet@gmail.com
Thank you,
Takeley Street Action Group.