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Key Terminology & Planning Information Flashcards

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ALC Sequential Test

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These survey a given area to see if there is more appropriate land elsewhere (an alternative site of a similar size that is not BMV).

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Arboricultural Method Statement (AMS)

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Used to describe how construction works can be carried out close to trees without causing damage to the crown or the root system.

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Amenity

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Embodying concepts of beauty, pleasantness and opportunity for enjoyment.

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Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP)

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Lays out the specific objectives for biodiversity and how they will be achieved, including the protection of existing species and habitats, the establishment of specific enhancements, their maintenance and monitoring.

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Biodiversity Metrics Assessment

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Spreadsheets that calculate net biodiversity gain

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Bluefield Solar Income Fund

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An investment company focused on the acquisition and management of large scale solar energy in the UK

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‘Called in’ applications

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Certain people/groups have the power to ‘call in’ a planning application, meaning they will now be making the decision instead of whoever was in charge before.

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Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

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A charge which can be applied to new development.

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Concrete blocks (shoes)

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Solar panels can be built on these. This construction method does not disturb the land beneath it (so it is useful for building on areas where a geophysical survey found something interesting underground).

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Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP)

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This tests whether vehicles can access a given site safety during the construction phase.

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Design and Access Statement (DAS)

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Simple report (one that anybody could understand) which explains why a proposed development suitable for the site and its setting.

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“Design Freeze”

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Determining the red-line boundary. The design within that boundary can continue to be changed after the design freeze.

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Development Consent Order (DCO)

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A process that starts when an application is formally accepted by the National Infrastructure Planning Unit. The process lasts around 12-15 months. The final decision on granting a DCO rests with the Secretary of State for that field.

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Developments of National Significance (DNS)

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A type of planning application for a large infrastructure project in Wales. Any solar farm between 10-350MW must go down the DNS route (those under 10MW use the TCPA Town and Country Planning Act; those over 350MW are NSIP/DCO projects).

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DNO Distribution Network Operator

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The company that owns and operates the powerlines and infrastructure that connects homes and commercial properties to the electricity transmission network.

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EIAs Environmental Impact Assessments

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These provide detailed analysis of the potential environmental impacts of a development. Part of an EIA is the production of an Environmental Statement; this should be funded by the developer. Solar farms always require EIA screening. They very rarely require a full EIA.

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Glare

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A continuous source of bright light typically received by static receptors or from large reflective surfaces

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Glint

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A momentary flash of bright light typically received by moving receptors or from moving reflectors

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Green belts

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Important part of the NPPF. Aims to prevent urban sprawl by keeping land predominantly open

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Heritage Statement AKA Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA)

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A document that outlines the historic or archaeological significance of a building or landscape within its wider setting.

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Isolines / Iso Lines

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A line of constant elevation or depth (they connect data points of the same value)

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JR Period (Judicial Review Period)

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A period (6 weeks) within which a judicial review challenge to the granting of planning permission may be made. It involves challenging the lawfulness of a planning decision (so, as long as the application is lawful, the decision will not be overturned. The point is NOT to change the planning decision).

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Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA)

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These help identify the effects of a new development on views and on the landscape itself

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Letter of Authority (LoA)

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A legal document that authorises a third party to correspond with services on behalf of you and your business

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Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs)

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Large scale developments (relating to energy, transport, water or waste) which require a type of consent known as a “development consent”. They apply to England and Wales.

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Neighbourhood plans

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Groups/organisations can apply to the LPA to become a neighbourhood and establish a neighbourhood plan. A vote on the plan is held; if over 50% of people vote in favour then the LPA must adopt the neighbourhood plan as part of their statutory development plan and take it into consideration when making decisions on planning applications

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NIC National Infrastructure Commission

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A non-ministerial governmental department that brings forward infrastructure projects

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National Policy Statement (NPS)

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Applications for DNOs (Development Consent Orders) are decided in accordance with National Policy Statements, after which a process of public consultation and Parliamentary scrutiny are formally “designated” by government.

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Non-Determination Planning Appeal

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People can appeal if the LPA haven’t made a decision on a planning application by the deadline (within 8 weeks)

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Novation

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Replacing an old contract with a new one

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NSIPs Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects

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Large-scale developments e.g. pipelines, power generation schemes, road improvements etc.

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Other Material Considerations

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A wide range of factors that can be taken into account when deciding on a planning application e.g. traffic issues, environmental issues etc

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Photomontages

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These illustrate what a development would look like

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Planning gain (AKA planning obligations)

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Agreements between developers, LAs and other parties about works to be carried out when planning permission is granted. They can e.g. allow LAs to secure additional public benefits from developers or help mitigate potential negative impacts of development

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Planning Inspectorate

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A governmental agency. Has responsibility to make decisions and provide recommendations and advice on a range of planning-related issues across England and Wales

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Planning Inspectors

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Professionals employed by the Planning Inspectorate (a government agency). One of their key roles is undertaking planning appeals.

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Planning Officers

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Planning professionals employed by a Local Planning Authority (LPA).

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PPS Planning Policy Statements

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A policy document issued by central government setting out national land use policies for England. These complement (not replace or override) other national planning policies.

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Planning Statement

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Basically the same as the design and access statement, however it is much longer, more detailed and comprehensive

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Pre-application advice

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Advice provided by planning officers employed by a council which outlines how the council are likely to respond to the planning application. Changes that are likely to be needed (if any) will be noted to give the scheme the best chance of being granted planning permission.

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Predetermination

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When a member of a planning committee is accused of having decided how they will vote (and ‘closing their mind’) before the committee meeting and without having considered all material considerations.

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Pulse grazing

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High stock density with short grazing periods (weeks) followed by long rest periods (months to > 1 year).

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Receptor

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A component of the natural or built environment (e.g. a golf course, plant etc) that will be impacted by the construction and/or operation of a proposed development

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Retrospective planning permission

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This form of planning permission can be applied for after building something (but ideally this should not be done).

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SCI Statement of Community Involvement

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Says who will be consulted, how and when

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Section 160 agreement (of the Town and Country Planning Act)

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A legal agreement negotiated between various parties e.g. a local authority and a developer, or a LPA, developer and landowner, depending on the circumstances. The aim is to mitigate negative impacts of development (e.g. can be used to secure BNG). They often involve securing financial contributions made by developers (e.g. housing developers contributing to schools, roads etc that the increased number of people in the area will use).

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Swept Path Analysis

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A digital simulation of a vehicle moving. The purpose is to create designs (such as roads, driveways, developments or parking facilities) that can accommodate vehicle needs during operation, to ensure that specific vehicles can manoeuvre through specific routes.

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Temporary uses

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Some land can be used for a certain period of time allowed under the GDPO (General Permitted Development Order 1995). For example, site huts on building sites.

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Town and Country Planning Act 1990

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Act of the UK Parliament that regulates development in England and Wales.

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Tussock Grassland

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A form of open grassland with tussock bunchgrass species

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Visibility Splay

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A drawing plan than visualises the angle and distance from which drivers emerging from an access can see and be seen by drivers proceeding along the priority road. This is formed by measuring to a point 2.4m back from a carriageway in the centre of a driveway or entrance.

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ZTV Zone of Theoretical Analysis

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A computer-generated tool use to identify the likely (or theoretical) extent of viability of a development

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Unilateral Undertaking

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Similar to a section 106 agreement. It is a legal deed where developers agree to perform planning obligations however unlike S106 agreements, they don’t have to be entered into by the local authority.

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Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Risk Assessment

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This evaluates the risk of encountering items of exploring ordnance during proposed intrusive works. The risk should be considered for both shallow and deep intrusive works on land and offshore.

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Made Ground

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An area where pre-existing (natural or artificial) land surface is raised by artificial deposits

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PCS (Power Conversion System)

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Similar to an inverter, they are a control unit for a battery

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Section 278 (under the Highways Act 1980)

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A section 278 allows developers to enter into a legal agreement with the council to make alterations or improvements to the public highway (not implemented through the planning system, but may be discussed as part of the planning process)

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Cellular storage (attenuation cells)

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Storage used to manage surface water runoff either as a soakaway or a storage tank. In the event of a BESS fire, we need to be able to isolate the firewater in the attenuation cells (cellular storage) and hold it there for it to be tankered offsite.

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Attenuation pond

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Various uses e.g. managing excess run off from agricultural land (surface water flooding). These can be connected to a nearby watercourse via a piped discharge. We don’t technically have to show the piped connection on an application as it can be done under Permitted Development (PD), but it can be shown on a plan if that’s beneficial.

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What is Permitted Development PD?

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Permitted development rights allow certain building works and chances of use to be carried out without the need for a full planning application

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Permitted Development

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Permitted Development/Permitted Development Rights allow certain categories of development and changes of use to be carried out without requiring a planning application. For example, DNOs can build a tower without having to obtain planning permission; or a pizza restaurant could convert to a newsagents without planning, but not the other way round. Permitted development also includes minor types of developments.

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Materials Management Plan (MMP)

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A plan to manage soils (contaminated or uncontaminated), made ground and/or other excavated materials to allow for their reuse rather than classing them as waste. Avoids the lengthy and costly process of getting an environmental permit.

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What mechanisms are usually used to secure BNG legally?

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A Section 106 agreement, or a conservation covenant.

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Conservation covenant

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A legal agreement between multiple parties (e.g. a landowner and a body like a charity or public body; or a landowner, site owner/operator, and LPA) that is specifically wildlife/conservation orientated. The agreement ensures that the parties do (or don’t do) something on the land for conservation purposes.

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What is the difference between a Section 106 and a Conservation Covenant?

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Both are legally binding agreements, however a Section 106 is more general and often used to secure financial contributions made my developers. Conservation Covenants relate specifically to wildlife / conservation - they were introduced through the Environmental Act.

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What is a Tree Preservation Order (TPO)?

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A written order made by a LPA which generally makes it an offense to cut down, damage, destroy etc a protected tree without the authority’s permission. They don’t stop planning from being granted, however the LPA will consider the risks to protected trees wen deciding on an application

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Who employs Tree Officers and what do they do?

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Tree Officers are employed by LAs. They are responsible for management of trees owned by the LA in/on public woodlands, parks, roadsides etc. Duties can include physical tree work, surveying, and processing applications for works on trees etc

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Who are arboricultural consultants and what do they do?

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People with recognised qualifications and expertise in the care and management of trees. Help advise on planning application preparation etc

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Who are tree surgeons and what do they do?

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Contractors who provide specialist tree planting, pruning and felling services. Some may advise on maintenance requirements and pest and disease control

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Who are foresters and what do they do?

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People in charge of a forest. Skilled in planting, managing and caring for trees

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What is the solar taskforce?

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The solar taskforce brings together key players from government, industry, regulatory and other relevant organisations to drive forward increases in rooftop and ground mounted solar to meet GW targets

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Development Plan

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Development Plan is the collective term used to describe all plans that have been adopted in relation to an area. So a Development Plan may include more than just a Local Plan upon which decisions are to be taken in accordance with unless material considerations indicated otherwise.

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Rule 6 (Appeal)

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The inquiry procedure allows interested parties / third parties to apply for ‘Rule 6’ status. This means they can actively engage in the appeal process and will provide a Statement of Case, proofs of evidence and cross examine at the inquiry. Third parties can make representations to all types of appeal, however the ability to actively engage in the appeal is unique to the inquiry procedure.

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