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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Footpath from Westacott Meadow to Recreation Ground Whiddon Valley Barnstaple Devon
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Council sourceApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a tree preservation order (TPO 336) in respect of removal of 1x Willow (0081), fell 1x Ash (0084), removal of selective branches East and West stem of 1x Willow (0082), crown reduction of 1x Willow (0083)
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple TCLetters of Representation | 20 Sept 2024 | View |
| Decision Notice_78819.pdfDecision Notice | 7 Oct 2024 | View |
| Officer Report_78819.pdfDelegated Report | 7 Oct 2024 | View |
| Tree Location PlanLocation Plan | 12 Aug 2024 | View |
| ApplicationFormRedacted.pdfApplication Form No Personal Data | 28 May 2024 | View |
| Tree Work SpecificationSupporting Document | 28 May 2024 | View |
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
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