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Non-legislative framework to ensure continued co-operation between the government and devolved administrations in relation to land-use planning around hazardous substances.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
A consultation on draft revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework and a new draft National Model Design Code.
We are seeking views on permitted development rights, change of use and speeding up planning permission for public service infrastructure.
This consultation seeks views on the principle of amending permitted development rights to support deployment of 5G and extend mobile coverage.
Seeks views on whether applicants should be required to conduct pre-application consultation with the local community prior to submitting a planning application for shale gas development.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
We are seeking views on the principle of granting planning permission for non-hydraulic shale gas exploration development through a permitted development right.
A report to Parliament on performance in complying with the timetables set for planning decisions and compulsory purchase orders.
Consultation on the proposed clarification of building regulations guidance on fire safety (Approved Document B).
Consultation on a package of measures to provide greater planning certainty to support the high street and ensure that we can deliver new homes in the right places, and without delay.
We are seeking views on changes to planning practice guidance on the standard method for assessing local housing need.
A report to Parliament on performance in complying with the timetables set for planning decisions.
Consultation on technical changes to compulsory purchase process and draft updated guidance on compulsory purchase.
Consultation to amend the Town and Country and Infrastructure planning regulations transposing the Environmental Impact Assessment Directive.
Call for evidence and examples of good practice in the effective use of the current planning framework in the context of managing basement developments.
Consultation on changes to planning policy to encourage authorities to plan for Build to Rent schemes, with Affordable Private Rent to substitute for other types of affordable housing.
We are seeking views on the proposed approach to implementing planning provisions in the Housing and Planning Bill.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Government response to the House of Commons CLG Committee report on the consultation on national planning policy launched in December 2015.
Seeks views on specific changes to national planning policy to support delivery of new homes, including low cost homes for first time buyers.
We are seeking views on proposals to increase housing supply in London by building upwards while protecting open spaces and the green belt.
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