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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Greenacres, Bournebridge Lane, Stapleford Abbotts, Romford, RM4 1LT
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Council sourceCertificate of Lawful Development for proposed installation of electrically operated 2 metre high entrance gates, erection of new sections of railing and formation of hard surfaced area.
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Proposed Elevations and Plan.pdf · PDF | 5 Jan 2026 | View |
| ApplicationFormRedacted.pdf · PDF | 5 Jan 2026 | View |
| EPF 0598 24.pdf · PDF | 5 Jan 2026 | View |
| Officer ReportOfficer Report | 27 Feb 2026 | View |
| DM Decision Notice.pdf · PDF | 2 Mar 2026 | View |
| LocationPlan.pdf · PDF | 5 Jan 2026 | View |
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