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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Former Jewson Yard, Burnmouth Road, Kirkwall
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Council sourceChange of use of land from storage and distribution to an outdoor entertainment space, including marquee, bar, hot food takeaway, large screen, and toilet block (temporary until July 2024)
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View council map| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Operating PlanDrawing - Approved · PDF | 29 May 2024 | View |
| ApprovedDecision Notice · PDF | 29 May 2024 | View |
| Planning Handling ReportPlanning Handling Report · PDF | 28 May 2024 | View |
| Environmental HealthConsultation Response · PDF | 25 Apr 2024 | View |
| Roads ServicesConsultation Response · PDF | 4 Apr 2024 | View |
| Location PlanDrawing - Approved · PDF | 29 May 2023 | View |
| Site PlanDrawing - Approved · PDF | 29 May 2023 | View |
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
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