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
Demolition of existing garage & replacement new garage
Proposal details
- Reference
- R26/0295
- Alternative references
- PP-14793590
- Ward
- Revel & Binley Woods
- Parish
- Brinklow
- Agent
- Barnaby Robinson
- UPRN
- 100071237669
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainability appraisal R'cd 20.03.2026Sustainability Checklist | Not published | View |
| Roof Plan - Proposed R'cd 20.03.2026Proposed Plans | Not published | View |
| Roof Plan - Existing R'cd 20.03.2026Existing Plans | Not published | View |
| Block plan of the site R'cd 20.03.2026Site Plan | Not published | View |
| Site/Block Plan - Existing R'cd 20.03.2026Block Plan | Not published | View |
| The location plan R'cd 20.03.2026Site Location Plan | Not published | View |
| Application Form - Without Personal Data R'cd 20.03.2026Application Form | Not published | View |
| Redacted Design and Access Statement R'cd 20.03.2026Design and Access Statement | 24 Mar 2026 | View |
| Redacted Heritage Statement R'cd 20.03.2026Heritage Statement | 24 Mar 2026 | View |
| Existing Ground Floor Plan R'cd 13.04.2026Existing Plans | 14 Apr 2026 | View |
| Existing Elevations R'cd 13.04.0226Existing Plans | 14 Apr 2026 | View |
| Proposed Elevations R'cd 13.04.2026Proposed Plans | 14 Apr 2026 | View |
| Proposed Garage Floor Plan R'cd 14.04.2026Proposed Plans | 15 Apr 2026 | View |
| Conservation Officer Comments R'cd 20.04.2026Consultee Comment | 23 Apr 2026 | View |
| WCC Ecology 12.6.26Consultee No Objection | 24 Jun 2026 | View |
| 769327Decision_Approval_Planning_Permission_8244(1).pdfDecision Notice | 25 Jun 2026 | View |
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Application timeline
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Decision & conditions
769327Decision_Approval_Planning_Permission_8244(1).pdfPlanning 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.
- CONDITION3: The facing materials to be used on the external walls and roof shall be as specified on the application form, and on approved drawings 0449-A-GF-005 — Planning Proposed Garage Plan, 0449-L-GA-009 Rev A — Planning Proposed Elevations (recieved 13/04/2026). REASON: To ensure a satisfactory external appearance and for the avoidance of doubt and to ensure the devlopment is in accordance with Local plan policies SDC1 and SDC3.
- CONDITION 2: The development shall be carried out in accordance with the plans and documents detailed below: -0449 (A) GA 001 — Planning Location Plan (17/03/2026) -0449-A-GA-002 — Planning Block Plan (20/3/2026) -0449-A-GA-003 — Planning Site Plan (20/3/2026) -0449-A-GF-005 — Planning Proposed Garage Plan (20/3/2026) -0449-L-GA-007 - (14/4/2026) -0449-L-GA-009 Rev A — (amended 13/04/2026) -Heritage Statement (The Design Social, March 2026) REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the details of the development are acceptable to the Local Planning Authority in accordance with Local plan policies SDC1 and SDC3.
- CONDITION 4: Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that Order), the building hereby permitted shall be used for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the dwelling house at 2 South View, Broad Street, Brinklow and for no other purpose, and shall not be used as a dwelling unit or for any commercial purpose. REASON: To retain control over the use of an outbuilding in the Brinklow Conservation Area in the interests of character and amenity, in accordance with Policy SDC3 of the Rugby Borough Local Plan 2019.
- INFORMATIVE: Buildings of all ages and trees with suitable features (i.e. rot-holes, cracks, fissures) are frequently used by roosting bats. Bats and their ‘roost’ sites are fully protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) and the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) making them a European Protected Species. It is a criminal offence to disturb, obstruct or destroy a bat ‘roost’, even if the roost is only occasionally used. Where a bat ‘roost’ is present a licence may be necessary to carry out any works. Further information about species licensing and legislation can be obtained from the Species Licensing Service on 0208 261089. The applicant is advised that to ensure no bats are endangered during destructive works, the roof tiles should be removed carefully by hand. If evidence of bats is found during works, work should stop immediately and Natural England must be contacted on 02080 261089 for advice on the best way to proceed. Work should avoid disturbance to nesting birds. Birds can nest in many places including buildings, trees, shrubs dense ivy, and bramble/rose scrub. Nesting birds are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). The main nesting season, lasts approximately from March to September inclusive, so work should ideally take place outside these dates if at all possible. N.B birds can nest at any time, and the site should ideally be checked by a suitably qualified ecologist for their presence immediately before work starts, especially if during the breeding season.
- INFORMATIVE: Where possible enhancements should be incorporated into the development to improve the habitats and opportunities for the local wildlife and increase biodiversity. Enhancements could include bat and bird boxes which may be used by a variety of species, native species planting and enhancement of existing of hedges and wild flower planting, habitat piles of rubble, logs and earth which can be used by reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates are also welcomed. The WCC Ecological Services (tel: 01926 418060) would be pleased to advise further if required.
- INFORMATIVE: This decision does not negate the requirement to obtain Building Regulations approval, where applicable, from the Building Control team. Please contact Rugby Borough Council Building Control on 01926 456551 or visit www.rugby.gov.uk/buildingcontrol.
- INFORMATIVE: The applicant is advised to refer to the Rugby Borough Council Climate Change and Sustainable Design and Construction SPD (February 2023) for guidance on incorporating sustainable construction techniques and materials into the development.
- INFORMATIVE: The applicant is reminded of the provisions of the Party Wall etc Act 1996 which may require notification of the works hereby permitted to all affected neighbours. More detailed information regarding the provisions of 'The Act' should be obtained from an appropriately qualified professional with knowledge of party wall matters. This document can be viewed at https://www.gov.uk/party-wall-etc-act-1996-guidance
- INFORMATIVE: In dealing with this application, Rugby Borough Council has worked in a positive and proactive manner in accordance with paragraphs 38 and 39 of the National Planning Policy Framework.
