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This section describes guidance for area types that authorities should consider when creating design codes or guides.
What data is and how to use it, in its various forms, to inform the design and running of a service.
Outcome of request to invalidate, hearing held on 13 June 2024.
Outcome of request to invalidate, hearing held on 29 April 2024.
Guidance on creating design codes that promote the creation of successful places as set out in the National Model Design Code.
The MADS has been withdrawn. Elements considered to be Regulatory material are now published as RA 3500-3599. Refer to MAA/RN/2019/04 for notification details.
The Designs Act 1949 allows us to give directions in some areas, so that we can react quickly to change.
The following section relates to all development within the area covered by the design code or guide regardless of area type. All of this must be referenced back to a policy within the local plan.
RA covering the modification classification system used to indicate the urgency and application of each modification.
Includes chapters on applications, modification, priority and convention claims, illustrations and disclaimers.
Find registered designs in the UK
A collection of case studies showing how businesses have protected their designs to help create value from their ideas.
Guidance for businesses holding registered Community designs and international trade marks and designs.
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