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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Land at Rom Valley Way (formerly Romford Ice Rink) Rom Valley Way Romford
Land at Rom Valley Way (formerly Romford Ice Rink) Rom Valley Way Romford
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Details Pursuant to Condition 25 (Wheelchair units) (for detailed scheme only) of Planning Permission P0615.21, dated 05/09/2023 for Hybrid planning application for phased mixed-use development for the provision of seven blocks (Block A to G) of 2 to 12 storeys to include up to 972 residential units comprising: Full application (Block A) for a total of 146 residential units (Class C3), retail/restaurant unit (Class E), medical or neighbourhood centre (Class E(e), F2); energy centre (sui generis); parking, access from the southern roundabout and temporary road access arrangements. Outline application for site preparation for erection of six blocks (Blocks B to G) of up to 826 residential units (Classes C3) including up to 223 later living/extra care/residential units (Classes C2/C3); medical/hospital facility (Class C2/E(e)), flexible retail and cafe space (Class E), gym facilities for residents and NHS Staff (Class E), Medical/neighbourhood centre (Class Ee/F2); energy centre, basement, associated landscaping, car parking, refuse storage and other associated works with all matters reserved.
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Sign in to view collected details| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Decision Notice - DOC_COMPDecision Notice - DOC_COMP | 7 May 2026 | View |
| Decision Letter - doc_decpomDecision Letter - doc_decpom | 7 May 2026 | View |
| APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAPPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
| Covering LetterCovering Letter | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
| PlansPlans | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
| Block A Condition 15 - Accessible UnitsOther | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
| Application FormApplication Form | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
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