PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT

Question 1

What is the change between development control to development management.

Answer 1

more negotiation and they are supposed to work with us but actually has got harder. Cut back and skill shortage means we aren’t getting anything. Cillian Pretty Review.

Question 2

Who is involved in the planning process?

Answer 2

Property professionals and planners etc.

Question 3

What is included in a planning application?

Answer 3

Address of property
Statement of what is proposed
Design and Access Statement
Drawings
S106 - CIL & Affordable housing 
Fire Risk assessment (to be advised under the new Bill)

Question 4

How can a conservation area affect planning?

Answer 4

Impacts the design and cost of development. There is specific guidance from L/A which need to be accommodated.

Question 5

How would you do an appeal?

Answer 5

Original planning with statement to say why – 6-8 months & Free

Question 6

How has transport affected your scheme?

Answer 6

PTAL rating

Question 7

Stanley Road - Why is it important to consult with planning officers and other professionals?

Answer 7

To ensure nothing is missed and make sure that they are happy with the proposal to avoid a refusal.

Question 8

Stanley Road - How did you inform the client of the proposals you put forward?

Answer 8

I put together research into proposals and pitched them to the client. I sent them a document via email and stated I would be happy to discuss further.

Question 9

Stanley Road - How would the structure of a Victorian House affect which planning proposals to put forward?

Answer 9

Had to factor in the foundations for the loft conversion, internal walls could be load bearing, fixtures and fitting such as electrics being dated. Dangerous materials such as asbestos.