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Stage 3 > Developed Design: Supplementary Material: 3/SM1
Supplementary Material
3/SM1: The planning application
Make preparations:
• prepare all documentation on the assumption that it might serve as
supporting evidence in an appeal
• confirm by letter all meetings, phone calls, etc. with the planning authority
• make sure that the client’s representative also attends all critical meetings
with the planning authority
• at an early stage consider project presentations to attract the interest and
support of neighbourhood and parish groups, appropriate lobbies and news
media.
Check the following:
• dates and procedures of planning meetings
• probable date by which decision is to be given
• number and types of drawings required
• procedures, e.g. notices in the press, site notices
• processes for public consultation and response to any objections.
When making a planning application, check that:
• forms are carefully completed – identify or list submitted drawings on forms
or in a covering letter
• an accurate site plan identifies the land concerned, clearly defined in red
• a covering letter accompanies the application, explaining features of the
scheme
• an Ownership Certificate A (or B, C, D as appropriate) is served
• payment from the client for the appropriate sum is submitted at the same
time (having checked the correct amount with the planning authority, as it
usually increases year on year)
• the application is date-stamped by the planning authority (this defines the
start of the period for determination)
• a copy of the written report by the planning officer to the planning
committee is obtained
• if permitted and appropriate, oral representation is made to the planning
committee.
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