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Contents
Introduction
Exclusions
Fee exemptions/reductions
Follow-up Advice
Post-decision advice
How to Apply
The Pre-App Process
Pre-App Charges

The Pre-App Process

Maximum “live” number of pre-app cases

  • 10 Householder
  • 10 Minor schemes
  • 10 Major

A queueing system (on order of date of validation) will be in operation if the pre-app working capacity of 10 live cases per category is exceeded.

Steps 1 to 7

  1. Validation of pre-application request in 5 working days. ABC will require:
    • Written details of the address and the proposals.
    • Description of the nature and scale of the development and use of any buildings concerned.
    • Site location plan with the site of the proposal clearly marked (to a recognised scale, north point, etc);
    • Block plan.
    • Existing and proposed sketch drawings to a recognised scale.
    • Photos – labelled where appropriate (where no site visit is required).
    • Depending on the scale and nature of the proposal, other relevant supporting information such as a design and access statement or access and parking arrangements.
    • Contact details including phone number and email address. 
  2. Request for fee (as required in the Table of fees).
    • When there is an available space for the pre-app to progress, the applicant will receive a request for the appropriate fee.  Once paid the pre-app will progress.
  3. Allocated to Officer: 
    • Pre-App cases will be distributed to the team on capacity, capability and previous involvement.
  4. Check the submitted pre-app for the correct details.
  5. Undertake a visit (if so required)
  6. Discussed with TL/DTL:  Refer by exception to case review if required.
  7. Write up and pass for sign off to relevant TL/DTL:  In accordance with the Pre-app timescales.
  8. Weekly DM review of pre-app cases.