Useful Links

Given the huge number of variations that appear to exist in the way local planning authorities carry out their statutory functions, and the constant search for the 'right' answer, we thought it would be helpful to provide some Useful Links.

This list is by no means exhaustive and we will add to it over time. If PAN members themselves have come across other useful sites/pages please let us know and if we think they will be of general interest we will add them to the list. Please send any suggestions to angela@tra-ltd.co.uk

Volume Calculator + Fee Calculator

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/government/tools/volumecalc

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/government/tools/feecalc

Planning Circulars

http://www.communities.gov.uk/planningandbuilding/publications/circulars-and-letters

Circular 02/08 Standard Application Forms and Validation of Applications

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/professionals/policy/policydocuments/planningcirculars/0208standardappform

Department of Communities - advice on validating planning applications

http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/planningandbuilding/validationplanningapplications

General Information on all aspects of planning

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/public/ 

Ombudsman - Planning Cases

http://www.lgo.org.uk/complaint-outcomes/planning/ 

Extension of permission and non-material amendment application forms now available on the Portal These forms have initially had to be introduced as paper copies only.  They are available at Government User:

Interactive Visual Guides for Householders

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/public/tools/house

Link to Planning Page Scottish Government website:

http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Built-Environment/planning

General background to Planning in Scotland:

http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Built-Environment/planning/National-Planning-Policy/themes/dev-man  

Development Management Regulations and Circular Advice:

http://www.opsi.gov.uk/legislation/scotland/ssi2008/pdf/ssi_20080432_en.pdf

http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2009/07/03153034/0

There is limited information on the Welsh Assembly Government site but the link to the Planning pages are:

http://new.wales.gov.uk/topics/planning/;jsessionid=HkDvLWjL80TsJYCmbJm2M14nghfnnFHL5TQG9XgTTlG0hkTttSSc!2138048893?lang=en

http://new.wales.gov.uk/topics/planning/legislation/?lang=en