1 February 2008, 08/18
New forms to simplify planning applications
Big changes to the planning application system are just around the
corner! From 6 April new National Standard Planning Application
forms are introduced.
While these forms will remain available on paper, the District
Council aims to encourage as many people as possible to complete
and submit them online.
Online applications will give greater benefits to both planning
professionals and the general public from:
· a simpler, streamlined application process
· a saving in time and effort making an application
· clearer online guidance during the application process
· a better chance of submitting a valid application
To give customers an opportunity to become familiar with the new
forms before 6 April, when they become mandatory, the District
Council has introduced them for paper applications from 28 January
and online applications from 25 February.
Councillor Ian Grant, Portfolio Holder for Planning, said: "The
Council is committed to make the application process for planning
permission as simple as possible. Persuading people to make their
application online is all part of the process, and the more people
do, the more efficiently we can deal with their
applications."
There are already plenty of planning matters available online,
using the District Council's award-winning website.
Related information
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