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Advises on how to consider light within the planning system.
Explains planning controls relating to the storage of hazardous substances in England and how to handle development proposals around hazardous establishments.
When you need to apply for consent, how to apply, and the works that you can do without consent.
Supports effective delivery of planning application process.
How to assess a planning application when there are ancient woodland, ancient trees or veteran trees on or near a proposed development site.
Read about temporary adjustments to agri-environment scheme options and actions in 2024 due to wet weather.
Find out if you need to follow standing advice when completing a flood risk assessment and what to do.
When and how to observe someone carry out a task in their usual surroundings with their own equipment.
Guides councils in how to assess their housing needs.
Responding to suspected breaches of planning control.
Gives key advice on open space, sports and recreation facilities, public rights of way and the new Local Green Space designation.
An independent investigation into range activities and the effects on building structures at locations surrounding the land range.
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