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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Merchant House Market Square Kirkby Lonsdale CARNFORTH LA6 2AN
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Council sourceAlterations to the existing front elevation including the full redecoration of the existing render, a new painted hardwood surround to the existing ground floor windows and retail unit entrance door. And, the introduction of a feature LED downlight above the proposed signage.
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Application form (Redacted)Application Form No Personal Data | 8 Feb 2024 | View |
| Existing ElevationExisting Elevations Plan | 7 Feb 2024 | View |
| Existing and Proposed Site PlanMixed/Combined Plan | 7 Feb 2024 | View |
| Existing & proposed section detail to front signageMixed/Combined Plan | 25 Mar 2024 | View |
| Proposed ElevationProposed Elevations Plan | 7 Feb 2024 | View |
| Proposed frontage signage detail plan and elevationProposed Elevations Plan | 25 Mar 2024 | View |
| Location planSite Location Plan | 8 Feb 2024 | View |
| Design, acess and heritage statementSupporting Documentation | 8 Feb 2024 | View |
| Cover letterSupporting Documentation | 8 Feb 2024 | View |
| W&F Highways & LLFAConsultation Response | 21 Feb 2024 | View |
| Conservation Officer (SLDC) - Westmorland and Furness CouncilConsultation Response | 23 Feb 2024 | View |
| Conservation Officer (Kendal) - W&F CouncilConsultation Response | 9 Apr 2024 | View |
| Delegated ReportDelegated Report | 22 Apr 2024 | View |
| Decision NoticeDecision Notice | 22 Apr 2024 | View |
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