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Guidance on the acceptance process for electronic chart plotting systems complying with the specifications developed by the Sea Fish Industry Authority (SFIA).
The Local Plan examination process and the role the Planning Inspectorate plays.
Working with others to embed the importance of place within the published guidance.
Sets out process and expectations on planning performance and decision making.
Guidance on plan-making.
Provides guidance on making effective use of land, including planning for higher density development.
Local plan examinations and the planning issues they deal with can be complex. This is intended as a short guide for those who might be participating in a local plan examination for the first time. It does not aim to...
Provides advice on the key points to take into account on design.
Details on the new capacity and capability programme, to support local planning authorities to attract, retain and develop skilled planners.
Information and guidance aimed at purchasers of plots on new developments and their legal advisers (practice guide 41, supplement 4).
What happens when you opt to tax (charge VAT on) land and buildings, when you need permission and when to notify HMRC about your decision.
This document explains the Down’s syndrome screening quality assurance support service (DQASS) and how to use it.
This section describes guidance for area types that authorities should consider when creating design codes or guides.
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