Dev Appraisal L1 Flashcards
What type of planning application was submitted in West Cheltenham?
A full planning application for a residential development
Compliance included location plan, existing and proposed plans, bat emergence surveys, a transport statement, and an ecology assessment.
What was included in the covering letter for the planning application?
Planning policy considerations
The covering letter addressed the compliance with relevant planning policies.
How long did it take for the planning application in West Cheltenham to be approved?
Eight weeks
Approval was under delegated powers, in accordance with the Town and Country (Development Management Procedure) Order 2015.
What was the conflict identified for the food store development in Dundalk?
The site was allocated for mixed-use development
This conflicted with the client’s preference for a standalone store.
What was recommended to clarify the stance of the Local Planning Authority?
Pre-application discussions
This helped confirm the requirement for a mixed-use scheme.
What strategy did the client incorporate after discussions with the Local Planning Authority?
Revised the proposal to include a standalone café unit
This led to successful planning consent.
What planning strategy did the individual participate in formulating?
Spatial planning strategies
What was the site identified as in the Local Plan for South Cheltenham?
A brownfield opportunity
Located within the Cheltenham Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
What types of reports were commissioned for the West Cheltenham residential development?
Specialist reports including ecological assessments and transport statements
Ensured compliance with policy requirements.
What was the purpose of the planning statement compiled for the West Cheltenham application?
Demonstrated policy compliance
What was organized during the public consultation for the Dunboyne food store development?
A community event to gather local feedback
What community concerns were raised during the Dunboyne consultation?
Parking and public realm design
Adjustments included redesigning the façade and enhancing landscaping.
How was compliance with planning policies ensured for the West Cheltenham development?
Thoroughly reviewing the local development plan and cross-referencing against national planning policies
What role did the Design and Access Consultant (DAC) play in the Dundalk food store development?
Produced the Design and Access Statement
What documents were reviewed to establish the planning potential of the site at Dundalk?
County Louth Development Plan and Dundalk Local Area Development Plan
What are the benefits of undertaking pre-application discussions with local planning authorities?
Clarity on planning policies, early identification of potential issues, and scheme adjustments
Helps enhance policy compliance.
What are potential downsides of pre-application engagement?
Cost and time required, non-binding advice, and possible increased opposition
Why was public engagement necessary for the Dunboyne development?
To address community concerns and build local support
Who were the team members involved in the consultation event preparation?
Lead acquisitions manager, architects, planning consultants, public relations professionals
How was the feedback from the Dunboyne public consultation documented?
Attendee feedback forms, meeting minutes, and stakeholder comments
What was the outcome of compiling feedback into a summary report?
Informed design revisions and ensured community concerns were integrated into the final planning submission
