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Guidance on various aspects of the planning system, given in letters to chief planning officers of local planning authorities.
When you need planning permission, where to apply, what counts as permitted development and how to appeal a planning permission decision
Guidance on promoting healthy and safe communities.
Sets out the process for efficient and inclusive consultation of planning applications
Consultation on a range of proposals to streamline the planning system building upon improvements already made.
Provides guidance on planning for retail and other town centre uses.
Explains key issues in implementing policy to protect and enhance the natural environment, including local requirements.
Final report to MHCLG on independent research into the impacts of neighbourhood planning in England.
Advises how to take account of and address the risks associated with flooding and coastal change in the planning process.
Sets out method for assessing housing and economic land availability.
Advises how to identify suitable mitigation and adaptation measures in the planning process to address the impacts of climate change.
Explains requirements of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017.
This guidance explains what the Community Infrastructure Levy is and how it operates.
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Paragraphs 7 to 14
Advice on planning for the housing needs of different groups.
What information local planning authorities need to include in a strategic flood risk assessment.
Advises on how planning can manage potential noise impacts in new development.
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