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 Old Rectory Ashford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4BY
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Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 81052 (Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) and condition 3 (materials) attached to planning permission 80191 (Erection of one Local Needs dwelling and associated works) to allow minor design amendments) in respect of internal alterations and change to window colour and style
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Decision Notice_81543.pdfDecision Notice | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
| A OfficerRecommendation RptDelegated Report | 25 Mar 2026 | View |
| Proposed Floor Plans & ElevationsElevations and Floor Proposed | 16 Mar 2026 | View |
| ApplicationFormRedacted(1).pdfApplication Form No Personal Data | 17 Mar 2026 | View |
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
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