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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The Lucas Arms PH 245 A Gray's Inn Road London WC1X 8QY
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Display of new and replacement signage: 1 x externally illuminated (trough-lit) projecting pictorial sign; 2 x externally illuminated (cowl-lit) fascia lettering signs; 2 x internally illuminated (back-lit LED) menu case signs; 2 x non-illuminated, wall mounted amenity boards; 1 x refurbished non-illuminated transom panel (function room); and 1 x refurbished existing corner lantern.
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