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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Dr Williams Library 14 Gordon Square London WC1H 0AR
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Dr Williams Library 14 Gordon Square London WC1H 0AR
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View location mapErection of 2x rear extensions to accommodate archive storage; various external alterations, including creation of new entrance to south wing, removal of modern extension below access ramp, replacement of external staircases, cleaning of brickwork to rear, installation of additional rainwater pipes, refurbishment of windows, alterations to roof including addition of new dormers and chimney stack repair; various internal alterations, including asbestos removal, drainage modernisation, new passenger lift, central core alterations
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