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.
Application overview
Proposed new build bungalow with parking and landscaping.
Proposal details
- Reference
- R26/0065
- Alternative references
- PP-14620064
- Ward
- Newbold & Brownsover
- Parish
- Unparished
- Agent
- REBECCA WALKER
- UPRN
- 10096547333
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Proposed Site Plan R'cd 21.01.2026Block Plan | Not published | View |
| The location plan R'cd 21.01.2026Site Location Plan | Not published | View |
| Existing and Proposed Roof Plan R'cd 21.01.2026Plans | Not published | View |
| SupersededProposed Plans | Not published | View |
| Tree survey R'cd 21.01.2026Tree Report/plan | Not published | View |
| Biodiversity gain plan R'cd 21.01.2026Supporting Information | Not published | View |
| Proposed Plans R'cd 21.01.2026Proposed Plans | Not published | View |
| Existing Site Plan R'cd 21.01.2026Existing Plans | Not published | View |
| Sustainability appraisal R'cd 21.01.2026Sustainability Checklist | Not published | View |
| Application Form - Without Personal Data R'cd 21.01.2026Application Form | Not published | View |
| Biodversity Net Gain Metric R'cd 05.02.2026Supporting Information | 6 Feb 2026 | View |
| Design and Access Statement R'cd 05.02.2026Design and Access Statement | 6 Feb 2026 | View |
| BIA R'cd 05.02.2026Supporting Information | 6 Feb 2026 | View |
| BIA Post Development Map (Landscaping) R'cd 05.02.2026Supporting Information | 6 Feb 2026 | View |
| Fence Plans R'cd 16.02.2026Plans | 16 Feb 2026 | View |
| EcologyConsultee Comment | 13 Mar 2026 | View |
| Ecology | 13 Mar 2026 | View |
| HighwaysConsultee Comment | 26 Mar 2026 | View |
| HighwaysConsultee Comment | 26 Mar 2026 | View |
| Amended Elevations PlanAmended Plans | 11 Jun 2026 | View |
| Amended Biodiversity MetricSupporting Information | 11 Jun 2026 | View |
| Amended Baseline Habitat MapSupporting Information | 11 Jun 2026 | View |
| Amended Post development Habitat MapSupporting Information | 11 Jun 2026 | View |
| Amended Biodiversity CalculationsSupporting Information | 11 Jun 2026 | View |
| Ecology - Final ResponseConsultee Comment | 11 Jun 2026 | View |
| Officer reportOfficer Report | 2 Jul 2026 | View |
| Decision NoticeDecision Notice | 2 Jul 2026 | View |
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Decision & conditions
Decision NoticePlanning conditions
- CONDITION 1: The development to which this permission relates must not be begun later than the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. REASON: To comply with Section 91 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act, 2004.
- CONDITION 2: The development shall be carried out in accordance with the plans and documents detailed below: Site Location Plan - 4860-LP - Rev A Proposed Site Plan - 4860-02 Proposed Floor Plan - 4860-03 Existing and Proposed roof plan - 4860-05 Received by the Local Planning Authority on the 21st January 2026 Proposed Fence plan - 4860-06 Received by the Local Planning Authority on the 16th February 2026 Proposed Elevations - 4860-04 - Rev A Received by the Local Planning Authority on the 11th June 2026 REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the details of the development are acceptable to the Local Planning Authority.
- CONDITION 3: No above ground development shall commence unless and until full details of the colour, finish and texture of all new materials to be used on all external surfaces, together with samples of the facing bricks and roof tiles have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall not be carried out other than in accordance with the approved details. REASON: To ensure a satisfactory external appearance and in the interests of the visual amenities of the locality.
- CONDITION 4: Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (as amended), or any order revoking or re-enacting those orders, no development shall be carried out which comes within Classes A, AA, B and C of Schedule 2 Part 1 of the Order without the prior written permission of the Local Planning Authority. REASON: In the interest of design and appearance and residential amenity.
- CONDITION 5: No above ground development shall begin until a scheme detailing the on-site measures to be incorporated within the development in order to meet air quality neutral standards or to provide suitable mitigation, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Prior to occupation of the development, the approved scheme shall be implemented and maintained in perpetuity. REASON: In the interests of air quality.
- CONDITION 6: Prior to the commencement of any works, a Construction Environmental Management Plan shall be submitted in writing to, and approved by, the Local Planning Authority. This shall include details relating to: • the control of noise and vibration emissions from demolition and construction activities including groundworks and the formation of infrastructure including arrangements to monitor noise emissions from the development site during the [demolition and] construction phase • the control of dust including arrangements to monitor dust emissions from the development site during the demolition and construction phase • measures to reduce mud deposition offsite from vehicles leaving the site. Development shall be carried out in compliance with the approved Construction Environmental Management Plan, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. REASON: In the interests of residential amenity, to ensure the details are acceptable to the Local Planning Authority and to avoid significant adverse impacts
- CONDITION 7: When carrying out work as part of this development herby permitted, in the event that contamination is found it shall be reported in writing immediately to the local planning authority. Each of the following subsections a) to c) shall then be subject to approval in writing by the local planning authority. a) An investigation and risk assessment shall be undertaken in accordance with a scheme to assess the nature and extent of any contamination on the site, whether or not it originates on the site. b) Where remediation is necessary a detailed remediation scheme to bring the site to a condition suitable for the intended use by removing unacceptable risks to human health, buildings and other property and the natural and historical environment shall be prepared. c) Following completion of measures identified in the approved remediation scheme, a verification report that demonstrates the effectiveness of the remediation carried out shall be prepared and which shall be subject to approval in writing by the local planning authority. REASON: To ensure that risks from land contamination to the future users of the land and neighbouring land are minimised, together with those to controlled waters, ecological systems, property and residential amenity and to ensure that the development can be carried out safely without unacceptable risks to workers, neighbours and other offsite receptors.
- CONDITION 8: No development shall proceed beyond damp proof course level until a noise assessment undertaken by a suitably qualified person has been submitted in writing to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. It shall assess the existing noise levels that could adversely affect the proposed development. Regard shall be had to noise from traffic the A4071 and nearby roads .Regard may be had to BS8233:2014, the World Health Organisation (WHO) Guidelines for Community Noise, and the ProPG: Planning & Noise guidance May 2017. The report shall include recommendations for any necessary acoustic mitigation works, to protect the occupants both inside the dwelling and the external amenity spaces, having regard to current guidance for the residential development. Any recommended works shall be completed prior to occupation of the development and should be maintained thereafter. REASON: In the interests of residential amenity and to ensure the details are acceptable to the Local Planning Authority
- CONDITION 9: The dwelling hereby approved shall incorporate measures to limit water use to no more than 110 litres per person per day within the home in accordance with the optional standard 36 (2b) of Approved Document G of the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended). REASON: In the interests of sustainability and water efficiency.
- CONDITION 11: The development hereby permitted (including site clearance) shall not commence until a Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) to include a plan of habitats and protected and priority species mitigation, biodiversity enhancements, long-term management and monitoring (to include location of measures, installation timescale, timing of works, replacement planting details if applicable, and species lists for proposed planting) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Such measures will be shown on all applicable annotated site plans and elevations, such approved mitigation and enhancement measures shall thereafter be implemented in full and maintained in strict accordance with the approved details in perpetuity. REASON: To enhance the nature conservation value of the site and ensure biodiversity net gain in accordance with the NERC act, NPPF, ODPM Circular 2005/06.
- CONDITION 12: The development hereby permitted shall not commence until a detailed schedule of habitats and species mitigation and enhancement measures (to include timing of works, protection measures for the river, birds and mammals and enhancements where possible) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Such approved mitigation and enhancement measures shall thereafter be implemented in full. REASON: To ensure that protected species are not harmed by the development
- INFORMATIVE 1: It is a legal requirement that all new properties are numbered and roads named and in this respect you must apply for Street Naming and Numbering at the earliest opportunity for both new or changes to existing properties, including development revisions. Failure to do this in good time can delay the installation of services and/or prevent the sale of properties. To register the properties on a development and receive correct addressing or to amend an existing address please complete an application form for Street Naming and Numbering. The form can be accessed at: https://www.rugby.gov.uk/w/street-naming-and-numbering-1
- INFORMATIVE 2: The applicant is encouraged to incorporate measures to assist in reducing their impact upon the Air Quality Management Area as part of this development. Initiatives could include the installation of an ultra-low emission boiler (<40mg/kWh) where gas is used for space or water heating, in-creased tree planting/landscaping, solar photovoltaic or thermal panels, and the incorporation of electric vehicle charging points on any car parking. More information on plants that can be incorporated into landscaping for green walls and roofs can be found here: https://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/application/files/4915/2604/2216/2018-05-11phytosensorfinal-web-ok-compressed_1.pdf Such measures contribute towards improving air quality. Should you require any further advice on ensuring your development has a positive contribution on air quality, further information can be obtained from the Commercial Regulation team through 01788 533533 or email ehcs@rugby.gov.uk Should an Air Source Heat Pump be proposed for installation, it should be ensured that the noise from such plant will not adversely affect residential amenity in the area. These units can create noticeable noise levels which may affect neighbouring dwellings so noise mitigation may be necessary to avoid complaints or possible formal action under other legislation.
- INFORMATIVE 3: Any external lighting should be installed to ensure there is no glare or excessive light spill that may affect any properties off site. Information can be obtained from the Institute of Lighting Professionals on types and positioning of lighting to minimise off site effects.
- INFORMATIVE 4: Environmental Services advise that in order to reduce the likelihood of local residents being subjected to adverse levels of noise annoyance during construction, work on site should not occur outside the following hours: - Monday - Friday - 7.30 a.m. - 18.00 p.m., Saturday - 8.30 a.m. - 13.00 p.m. No work on Sundays & Bank Holidays.
- CONDITION 13: No works, demolition or development shall take place until a finalised arboricultural method statement and tree protection plan for the protection of the retained trees (such method statement and plan to be in accordance with sections 5.5 & 6.1 of BS5837:2012 Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction - Recommendations) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. This arboricultural method statement and tree protection plan must include details and positioning of tree protection fencing, any ground protection measures to create construction exclusion zones and an auditable system of monitoring. The approved arboricultural method statement and tree protection plan shall be implemented in full prior to any works, demolition or development taking place. Protective measures must remain in place until the completion of all construction works. During construction no retained tree shall be cut down, uprooted or destroyed, nor shall any retained tree be pruned in any manner, be it branches, stems or roots, other than in accordance with the approved plans and particulars, without the prior written approval of the LPA. REASON: To ensure retained trees are not damaged during the construction phase.
- INFORMATIVE 5: The drainage and waste disposal system will need to comply with the Building Regulations 2010 Approved Document H (2015 Edition) - Drainage and Waste Disposal.
- CONDITION 14: Prior to the first occupation of the dwelling broadband infrastructure shall be provided to allow broadband services to be provided. REASON: To provide broadband connectivity for future occupiers.
- DEEMED CONDITION 10: In accordance with the Environmental Act 2021, Schedule 14, paragraph 13 and the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Schedule 7A, paragraph 13: the development may not be begun unless- (a) a biodiversity gain plan has been submitted to the planning authority, and (b) the planning authority has approved the plan. The planning authority, for the purposes of determining whether to approve a Biodiversity Gain Plan in respect of this permission would be Rugby Borough Council.
