NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS
This funding, launched on the 12th January 2026, represents an expression of interest-based opportunity for up to 60 LPAs. The objective is to support LPAs within the ODP Community to modernise the planning services and software they use in decision-making.
There are two tracks of funding:
Eligibility
These funding opportunities are open to ODP LPAs only, via an expression of interest. Applicants must have demonstrated significant efforts in modernising planning services, for example, through delivery of the majority of DPIF datasets on the Planning Data Platform;
and for track 1. PlanX Adoption, the following additional eligibility criteria apply:
This is because PlanX draws upon the planning.data.gov.uk datasets and users of PlanX will not receive accurate outputs without the datasets.
NB: A single LPA may apply for both funds if they meet the individual eligibility criteria for each.
Delivery Requirements
To ensure clarity for those applying, and to maximise benefit to the public, the following delivery outcomes are anticipated from all LPAs who are successful in their funding application:
Timeline and application process
The process for applications has been carefully considered to align with the expedited timeline shown below:
Each LPA will submit their expression of interest by completing a short series of word-limited questions, submitted via the appropriate form below:
Application for Digital Planning Improvement continuation (PlanX Adoption)
Application for Digital Planning Improvement continuation (Application Processing)
You are welcome to come along to find out more at our Q&A/drop-in sessions and PlanX demos:
MHCLG Q&A/drop-in – Wed 14th 1.30-2.00 - join here
MHCLG Q&A/drop-in – Tues 20th 3.30-4.15 - join here
OSL PlanX demo – Fri 16th 11-12 – join here
OSL PlanX demo – Wed 21st 1.30-2.30 - join here
NB: these will not be recorded but a summary of questions and answers will be provided here.
Resources
Q&A session Wed 14th Jan
List of PlanX services
OSL PlanX demo slides
For urgent queries, please contact Charley Chappell (Senior Community Manager, Product) on Slack.