Charges for information requests
Some information is available free, but for some there may be a
charge. Charges vary according to type of information
requested.
Freedom of Information charges
If you are making a request for information that is not already
provided through the publication scheme, then you may be charged a
fee. FOI requests which will cost less than £450 to answer, will be
free of charge (please note: we may charge for the cost of postage,
photocopying and so on). The £450 cost is based on a calculation of
time at £25 per hour of officer time. If you refuse to pay the fee,
the Council can refuse to supply the information. If your request
will cost more than this to satisfy, the Council can either:
· refuse to answer your request
· answer it for free
· or charge up to and including the full cost of answering
Accessing information via this website, by email or in
person
Accessing information via the website, having it sent by email, or
viewing it in person is free of charge, unless otherwise stated.
Copies of printed material are also free of charge, unless
otherwise stated. For other items, we will let you know any charge
at the time you ask.
Environmental information charges
Requests for environmental information are subject to a £15.00
administration charge, plus £15 per half hour of officer time, and
23p per photocopy. Typically charges are not usually in excess of
£50, but this will depend on your request.
Planning and building control charges
For a full list, please read the Charges for Planning and Building Control
page.
Appeals against charges
You can appeal to the Information Commissioner if you think the
charge you have received for the information is unfair. Contact the
FOI Compliance Team (complaints), Wycliffe House, Water Lane,
Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF or visit the Information
Commissioner's website for more information.