Understanding planning · 13 min read
Planning application documents: what to read first
Understand planning application documents, officer reports and decision notices. Use a reading checklist, document table and worked example to inspect a case.
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Old Obeden Farm House, Snughorne Lane, Smarden, Ashford Kent TN27 8PR
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Application FormApplication Form · PDF | 30 May 2024 | View |
| Infilled Door Detail - 4496 110Plan · PDF | 30 May 2024 | View |
| Garage Details - 4496 103Plan · PDF | 30 May 2024 | View |
| DM Decision Notice.pdfDecision Notice · PDF | 12 Jul 2024 | View |
| DM Final Officer Report.pdfOfficer Report · PDF | 12 Jul 2024 | View |
| New Canopy Detail - 4496 111Plan · PDF | 30 May 2024 | View |
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