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 Plough, 2 Brook Street, Benson, OX10 6LQ
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Removal of windows and enlargement of opening through wall to allow insertion of bi-folding doors. Removal of secondary staircase and insertion of spiral staircase to serve first floor office room. Insertion of roof-lights on ground floor rear. Insertion of access hatch in first floor. Building of fixed cabinetry in first floor office.
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Application FormApplication Form | Not published | View |
| Composite Plan Existing & Proposed drwgno 002AGeneral Plan | Not published | View |
| Heritage StatementSupporting documentation | Not published | View |
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