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Unimplemented extant permissions granted on or before 1 October 2010 can apply for a replacement permission for the same development. Read morehttp://www.planningportal.gov.uk/general/news/stories/2012/sep12/200912/200912_1

An appeal has been allowed for 200 homes on the edge of Congleton where the planning authority failed to demonstrate a 5 year land supply. Read More.

The Inspector has been appointed and hearing dates set for 23rd to 26th October. Read More.

Increased planning fees from Autumn 2012 have been revealed in draft regulations. Read more.

Lancaster City Council’s Full Council meeting in September will consider a draft Development Management Policies and a Land Allocations document in September before being issued for consultation. The authority are also to consider a partial review of its adopted Core Strategy with three key elements; reduced housing requirements, early greenfield site release for housing and a … Read more →

In allowing  an appeal for 1000 homes in Gloucestershire Eric Pickles makes clear that local plans must be prepared expeditiously to make provision for the future needs fo their areas. Read more.

The Minister attached considerable weight to a five year land supply shortfall. Read More.

The National Park Authority resolved to grant planning permission for a scheme at Backbarrow Ironworks including 29 dwellings. Development plan policy requires 26 to be affordable but for financial viablity reasons only 6 are to be affordable, 6 to meet local needs and 17 are to be restricted to Cumbria residents. In coming to this … Read more →

The Allerdale Local Plan Core Strategy Preferred Options has been issued for consulation. The deadline for submissions is 31st July 2012. If you have land and property affected by the proposals it is important that submissions are made. If you requires assistance contact Garner Planning Associates. To read more click here.