What does further information mean in planning?
‘Further Information’ is requested if the Planning Authority consider it is necessary to gain additional information in order to make a decision on the application. If the request for further information is not responded to fully within the six or nine month limit (if agreed), then the application is deemed withdrawn.
How many weeks do you need for planning permission?
Generally, a valid application will be dealt with by a planning authority in 12 weeks from the date the application is made to the final grant of a permission. However, the period can vary, particularly if the planning authority seeks further information from the applicant (which it should do within the first 8 weeks).
What are the stages of planning permission?
Step by step guide to the planning application process
- Step 1 – Pre-application advice.
- Step 2 – Application and validation.
- Step 3 – Consultation and publicity.
- Step 4 – Site visit and assessment.
- Step 5 – Recommendation.
- Step 6 – Decision.
What is pre validation in planning?
Can anyone explain what the term pre-validation query entails and from an applicants point of view, whom in the planning authority would deal with this? Thanks. It simply means that they think that there is something incorrect with the application.
What does planning validation mean?
Validation represents a decision by the local planning authority on an application and associated information starting its determination of whether to grant or refuse planning permission. It outlines and provides guidance on the information that should be supplied with planning applications specified in local lists.
How does planning process work?
The planning process is the steps a company takes to develop budgets to guide its future activities. Strategic plans (long-range, high-level company goals) Tactical plans (shorter-term, specific plans to work toward goals in the strategic plan) Operating plans (detailed plans for a specific department to implement)
What is a pre planning?
Pre-application advice is provided by planning officers employed by the council, which outlines how we are likely to determine any subsequent planning application, and any changes that are likely to be needed, if any, to give your scheme the best chance of being granted a planning permission.
What should I do if I receive a further information request?
If you receive a Further Information Request from the local planning authority, you are nearing the end of the planning process. It is highly likely that you will be granted planning permission if you respond appropriately to the questions or the information requested.
When to ask planning authority for further information?
Any request to the planning authority to agree an extension of three months should be made in writing prior to the expiry of the six month period. If the request for further information is not responded to fully within the six or nine month limit (if agreed), then the application is deemed withdrawn.
When does a planning application have to be withdrawn?
Applicants should note that if a request for “Further Information” is not complied with, the planning application shall be deemed as “withdrawn” 6 months after the date of the request for further information was requested.
Can a council request further information from an applicant?
Section 92 (1) of the RMA enables a council to request further information from the applicant. Section 92 (2) enables a council to request an applicant to .the commissioning of a report and an applicant has the right to agree or refuse either request. Section 41C of the RMA allows these requests to be made at hearings.
