Cannock Chase Council

District Councils are responsible for local land use planning and development control. Through the production of Local Plans a policy framework is established against which planning applications can be judged. Supplementary Planning Guidance documents can also be produced on significant topics or locations.

In addition to its role as local planning authority, other departments of the Council play an active role in the management and enhancement of the AONB, particularly the Countryside Service, Economic Development Unit (tourism) and Leisure Service (Museum of Cannock Chase and Arts Development.)