Planning (Example Focused) Flashcards
What is a Local Development Scheme?
LDS sets out the timetable for the production of new or revised development plan documents
What is a ‘Call for Sites’?
An early opportunity for individuals, landowners and developers to suggest sites within the borough for development over the next 20, this exercise can feed into the production of a New Local Plan.
When does a ‘Call for Sites’ take place?
Local authorities will usually launch a call for sites when they are forming or reviewing their Local Plans. (Evidence Gathering Stage)
What are stages to adopting a local plan?
Regulation 18 - Evidence Gathering and Early-stage Consultation
Regulation 19 - Public Consultation on Proposed Submission Local Plan
Regulation 22 - Submission of Local Plan for Examination
Regulation 24 - Examination by an Inspector
Regulation 25 - Inspectors Report
Regulation 26 - Adoption
How would you submit a Call for Sites?
Depends on the Local Authority. I filled out a form, cover letter and included a red line plan of the site which I sent to the Local Authority within the call for sites timeframe.
What is a Compulsory Purchase Order?
A CPO is a legal process that allows acquiring authorities to require those with interest in property, e.g. owners and occupiers, to sell their interests if they obstruct any development or infrastructure project that benefits the ‘greater public good’.
What is a CPO claim?
An owner of land or rights compulsorily acquired is entitled to compensation and should be no worse or better off in financial terms following the acquisition.
How is the UK planning system ‘Hierarchical in Nature’
At a national level, the NPPF provides an overarching framework, at a regional level (i.e. London) the mayor outlines the spatial strategy, and at a local level, local planning authorities outline their local development plan which shape the dvelopment and growth of the local area. Some areas also have neighbourhood plans which were introduced by the Localism Act 2011 to allow communities more say in what they want to see in their area.
What is the National Planning Policy Framework?
The NPPF outlines the Governments overarching planning policies for England and how these should be applied
When was the new NPPF adopted? What are the changes?
NPPF was revised in July 2021.
Key changes include;
- Update to the definition of ‘Sustainable Development’ to include the 17 UN SDGs.
- Article 4 Directions - should only be used where absolutely necessary and cover the smallest possible area.
- Trees - new streets should be treelined and trees should be incorporated into development as much as possible.
- Beautiful Buildings and Design Codes - Beautiful Buildings are synonymous with well designed beautiful places. Design codes (in line with the National Design Guide can be produced as either part of a local plan or as a supplementary planning document and should provide clarity to developers as to what is ‘beautiful’.
- Statues - should not be removed but explained - they constitute an important part of history.
What is a development plan?
Outlines the type and scale of development needed in area and where this building should happen.
What are material considerations?
A material consideration is a matter that should be taken into account in deciding a planning application or on an appeal against a planning decision.
Material considerations can include (but are not limited to):
Overlooking/loss of privacy Loss of light or overshadowing Parking Highway safety Traffic Noise Effect on listed building and conservation area Layout and density of building Design, appearance and materials Government policy Disabled persons' access Proposals in the Development Plan Previous planning decisions (including appeal decisions) Nature conservation
What is sustainable development?
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
What are the objectives of the NPPF?
Three overarching objectives:
- Economic
- Environmental
- Social
What does the definition of Sustainable Development in the NPPF now include?
The UN 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development in the period to 2030. These address social progress, economic well-being and environmental protection.
Why do we need a planning system?
Planning ensures that the right development happens in the right place at the right time, benefitting communities and the economy. It plays a critical role in identifying what development is needed and where, what areas need to be protected or enhanced and in assessing whether proposed development is suitable.
Who determines planning applications?
Most minor and uncontroversial planning applications will be decided through delegated decision-taking powers by the local planning authority officers. Larger and more controversial developments are often decided by planning committee, informed by officers’ recommendations.
What is the role of the Secretary of State?
The Secretary of State oversees the planning system as a whole as well as having a more direct role in a small number of decisions through the appeals system, the call-in process and decisions on nationally significant infrastructure projects.
What is the definition of development?
Development is defined in the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as the carrying out of building, mining or other operations in, on over or under land, or making any material change in the use of any buildings or land.
What are the types of planning application?
Full application - full consent
Outline application - to establish the principle of development.
What is the role of the planning inspector?
Responsible for deciding most planning and enforcement appeals on behalf of the Secretary of State.