News
New improved Submit-a-Plan site ready for you to try !!!
(17 January 2012)
We have been listening to your suggestions for quite some time, but now there is a new SubmitaPlan.
There are many minor changes but here are the top five great things about the all-new Submit a Plan:-
- Approve-a-Plan? Two way Communications. Interaction with your local authority is now a two way street. No longer is Submit a Plan just about the one way submission of applications it’s now the two way approval of applications. Whether it be pre application advice, revising applications, exchanging emails, requesting site inspections, getting an update on an application status or sending out approvals the new Submit a Plan portal delivers.
- Support for more browsers? As well as the ubiquitous internet explorer from Microsoft (34% of users), Submit a Plan now supports the more creative Apple Mac users running Safari 11%, (a significant number of agents fit into this category) and the rebellious Firefox 20% and more recentlythe Google Chrome crowd 20%. Given the number of users running Safari is much greater in the field of design we arehoping to satisfy more potential users that can make an application without stepping away from their desk. NB the numbers vary depending upon who provides the statistics!
- It’s now much easier to find Local Authorities and information about them. We have added new profile pages for each
council that gives the who’s who and what we do for each Authority.
We have also added the ability to search by postcode to the existing drop down list and map search tools. So it is much easier to find the right authority.
- Now it’s EVEN quicker to make online applications. Improved, easier, quicker, blah, blah, blah. Yes I know you have heard it all before but a few highlights amongst the hundreds of small improvements are much faster document uploads (for those larger projects with hundreds of documents this is a real bonus) and you can now create the PDFApplication form creation at any-time .
- Do you think it’s sexy? Well thankfully we don’t either! But it is a massive leap forward bringing us bang up to date with a modern look and feel. To check the Beta version out for your-self go to the Beta site beta.SubmitaPlan.com. Your existing login details will work just the same. If you do encounter anything you think is a problem or misguided please let us know by clicking here, or call 01242 260505.
London Boroughs of Sutton and Kingston now accepting online applications.
(22 November 2011)
The London Boroughs of Sutton and Kingston are the latest councils to accept online applications through the national Submit a Plan portal. Sutton is fully committed to the future of online applications whilst Kingston is trialling the service. As well as substantial saving in reduced time, postage and printing for the applicant both Authorities need applications through Submit a Plan to support their moves towards electronic working. Make your next application an online application.
YOUR NEW LOOK ACCOUNT HAS ARRIVED
(22 May 2011)
YOUR NEW LOOK ACCOUNT HAS ARRIVED
(18 May 2011)
Your new look account for managing all applications post submission has arrived. DataSpace Live is the new replacement for DataSpace On-line and brings with it lots of new features which include:
· Application Storage - All applications are stored online
· Amending Applications - Additional and revised drawing can be added
· Email - Fast communication with inspecting authority
· Application Tracking - Monitor progress online
· Application Folders -Simple display of original and amended documents
· Diary & Reminders - Integrated diary for meetings/site inspections
· Pre Application Advice - Get application advice
Login details for DataSpace Live will remain the same your previous DataSpace On-line account.
New Local Authorities Accepting Electronic Submissions
(19 April 2011)
Submit-a-Plan is pleased to announce that twenty-five Local Authorities across England and Wales are now trialing electronic Building Control submissions though Submit-a-Plan.
Please take advantage of this trial in order for the service to be adopted full time.
THE LIST BELOW IS JUST OF LOCAL AUTHORITIES TRIALING ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS - THIS IS NOT THE FULL LIST
POSTAL & ELECRONIC APPLICATIONS CAN BE MADE TO ALL LOCAL AUTHORITIES USING SUBMIT A PLAN
Amber Valley Borough Council
Cambridge City Council
Canterbury City Council Ceredigion County Council
Ceredigion County Council
Chichester District Council
Chorley Borough Council
Conwy County Borough Council
East Cambridgeshire District Council
Hull City Council
Lancaster City Council
Huntingdonshire District Council
Lancaster City Council
London Borough of Brent
London Borough of Southwark
Maidstone Borough Council
Maldon District Council
Malvern Hills District Council (South Worcestershire Building Control Partnership)
Mendip District Council
Stratford-Upon-Avon District Council
Stroud District Council
Tandridge District Council
Wakefield Metropolitain District Council
Warwick District Council
West Somerset District Council
Worcester City Council (South Worcestershire Building Control Partnership)
Wychavon District Council (South Worcestershire Building Control Partnership)
Submit-a-Plan Help - Top 10 FAQ’s
(18 May 2011)
New Account Creation
Q1: I have registered but I can’t login, why is this?
After registering you will be sent an activation email. You need to click on the link within the email to enable your account.
Q2: I have not received my activation email?
-The email could have been automatically put into your junk email folder.
-Activation emails to AOL and BT accounts can get blocked. Please contact support who will enable your account.
Account Access
Q3: I have forgotten my password?
-Use the online recover password function.
Q4: I have forgotten the answer to my security question.
-You will need to contact our support team.
Q5: My account is locked.
-You will need to contact our support team to unlock it.
Application Process
Q6: I am taken off the web page during my application.
-This is due to the web browser you are using. Use Microsoft Internet Explorer if possible.
Q7: I am trying to view my uploaded documents, but they are not displaying.
-This function is no longer available. (A small box with a red crossed is displayed instead)
Q8: Can I save a part complete application?
Yes, next time you login to Submit-a-Plan it will be displayed.
Application Validation
Q9: I get a message telling me my application is invalid.
-Any incomplete information will be highlighted in red. Click on ‘Go to page’ to resolve the issue.
-All fields with a * are mandatory.
Revised Applications
Q10: I need to revise an application I have submitted.
-Click on ‘View/Track Applications’ when logged in. You can then access your ‘DataSpace Live’ account (same login as Submit-a-Plan) where amendments can be made.