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Advises on how to consider light within the planning system.
This advice summarises the requirements of The Water Environment Regulations 2017 (the WFD Regulations) in relation to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) applications.
Guidance for local authorities on how to process complaints made about neighbouring high hedges.
The responsibilities of each party and the roles they have in the enforcement appeal process.
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of business premises once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
Provides guidance on how planning can take account of the impact of new development on air quality.
This advice note is to provide advice on elements of the EIA process during the Pre-application stage.
This advice is intended to explain how people and organisations can register to have their say about a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) and become an interested party.
Guidance on promoting healthy and safe communities.
This advice explains why good design is important, what success might look like and how it might be delivered in applications for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIP).
Provides guidance on making effective use of land, including planning for higher density development.
This advice explains how applicants should compile a consultation report for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) applications.
A template designed to be used by local planning authorities when notifying interested parties of planning appeals.
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of agricultural premises once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
How to complete a planning appeal form
How to take part in a planning and listed building consent appeal proceeding by an inquiry.
Advice on how to ensure that development is suitable to its ground condition and how to avoid risks caused by unstable land or subsidence.
Guidance on the National Policy Statement review and amendment process.
This document provides advice to local planning authorities (LPAs) on how to make the best use of their powers under Section 215 of the Town…
Guidance to help local planning authorities assess and reflect strategic transport needs in Local Plan making.
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