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Template Legal Documents
These documents provide guidance on how to complete legal documents to support certain planning applications, including templates and a worked example. Some frequently asked questions are also available on our Planning Obligations page.
Unilateral undertakings - guidance notes for applicants. ![]()
There are two documents which can be completed:
Unilateral Undertaking (1) is to be used if:
(1) you are applying for planning permission for new development;
(2) you are proposing between 1 and 4 houses or up to 9 (1 and 2 bedroom) flats (including conversions) or a non-residential scheme;
(3) your planning obligations are financial contributions only.
Unilaterial Undertaking (2) is to be used if:
(1) you are applying for planning permission for new development;
(2) you are proposing 5 or more houses or 10 or more (1 and 2 bedroom) flats (including conversions) but less than 20 dwellings in total;
(3) your planning obligations are financial contributions only.
