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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21 ELM GROVE, ORPINGTON, BR6 0AA
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Council sourceSingle storey side and rear extension with rear raised patio/steps
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Location PlanLocation Plan · PDF | 5 May 2026 | View |
| Existing Plans - B248200-1100 Rev ADrawing · PDF | 8 May 2026 | View |
| Block Plan - Proposed B248200-3000 rBBlock Plan · PDF | 18 May 2026 | View |
| Application Form RedactedApplication Form No Personal Data · PDF | 5 May 2026 | View |
| Flood Map - EASupporting Document · PDF | 5 May 2026 | View |
| Block Plan - Existing B24200-1000 rBBlock Plan · PDF | 18 May 2026 | View |
| Proposed Plans - B248200-3100 Rev ADrawing · PDF | 8 May 2026 | View |
| Decision Notice · PDF | 10 Jul 2026 | View |
| Officer ReportOfficer Delegation Report · PDF | 10 Jul 2026 | View |
| Fire Safety StatementSupporting Document · PDF | 5 May 2026 | View |
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
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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