# How do I apply for a Lawful Development Certificate?

**URL:** https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/how-do-i-apply-for-a-lawful-development-certificate/1703
**Category:** Application Process
**Created:** [25 January 2013 13:37 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/how-do-i-apply-for-a-lawful-development-certificate/1703 "2013-01-25T13:37:40Z")
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### Author: ![Planning\_Portal](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/6f9a4e/32.png) [@Planning\_Portal](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Planning_Portal)
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### Author: ![Planning\_Portal](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/6f9a4e/32.png) [@Planning\_Portal](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Planning_Portal)
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A Lawful Development Certificate offers peace of mind that an existing or proposed use of a building is lawful or that the proposal doesn’t require planning permission. You can read more about Lawful Development Certificates in our permission section. You can apply for a Lawful Development Certificate using the Planning Portal’s application service. Download a guidance note giving advice on applying for a Lawful Development Certificate.