Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about planning application validation UK workflows, local validation list checker coverage, and pricing.
What is a Local Validation List?+
A Local Validation List is a council-specific checklist of documents and drawings required for a valid planning application. Requirements vary between authorities and application types.
How does Validar validate planning applications?+
Validar checks uploaded planning documents against the selected council requirements and reports present, missing, unclear, and critical items before submission.
Which councils does Validar support?+
Validar supports planning applications across all 333 local planning authorities in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
How much does Validar cost?+
Validar includes a free tier and paid plans for planning agents, practices, and business teams. Visit the pricing page for current plan limits and pricing.
Is Validar suitable for planning agents?+
Yes. Validar is built for planning agents, architects, and consultants who need a reliable pre-submission planning check workflow.