Development Control Charter
Publicity on planning applications
5.1 All applications will be publicised in accordance with the statutory requirements by notifying immediately adjoining neighbours, displaying a green site notice and by a notice in the local newspaper where necessary. A period of 21 days from the date of the letter or notice will be allowed for comments to be submitted which should be in writing or by email. Any significant amendments received will require a further period of notification, generally 21 days.
5.2 Copies of the application form and plans are available for inspection at South Efford House and can be viewed on the Authority’s website www.newforestnpa.gov.uk . Planning applications are also available for public inspection at the Cottage, Queens House, Lyndhurst on Thursday mornings (9.00 am – 1.00 pm). In addition, District, Parish and Town Councils receive copies of all applications within their area and should be able to let neighbours view them if other sources are inaccessible.
5.3 If an application is to be considered at a meeting of the Planning Development Control Committee, then those people who have made previous comments will be notified at least five working days before the meeting. They will be advised of the meeting date and time and the public speaking procedures. If they wish to speak on the application they must register to speak at least two working days before the meeting. Details of the public speaking procedure will be available in a separate leaflet and on the website shortly.
5.4 Anyone who has commented on an application will be notified of the decision in writing within three working days of the decision being issued. In the event of an appeal to the Secretary of State against the refusal of planning permission or the imposition of a condition, anyone who has commented on an application will be notified.
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