Can other people see the comments that I make? When you make a comment on a planning application, your comments are recorded against that application, and are made available online to the public. Personal phone numbers, email addresses and signatures will not be displayed with your comments.
How do you write a positive comment on a planning application?
- Making Effective Comments on Planning Applications.
- Understand how decisions are made.
- Understand the application.
- Understand what the Development Plan says.
- Check if the Development Plan is being reviewed.
- Find out what others think.
- Set out the reasons for your comments.
- Stick to the time limits.
How do I comment on a Neighbours planning application?
Comments on planning applications should be submitted either via the website, or emailed to us at [email protected] Please avoid using the postal service as we have very limited opportunities to access any post received.
Are planning application comments Anonymous?
If you are making a representation (comment), you will need to provide your name and address to us. If you don’t, your comments will be considered anonymous and your views cannot be taken into account. Comments submitted via Public Access will be posted on the website shortly after receipt (usually within 48 hours).
Who gets notified of a planning application?
People who are informed of an application for planning permission may include: the parish or town council or other councils or council departments. occupiers of neighbouring properties. the Highway Authority.
What happens if I object to a planning application?
If you are objecting to a planning application, then in most instances you will have a legal right to do so within three weeks from notification that the application has been made.
When can you comment on a planning application?
Comment on a planning application Comments can be submitted up until the date of decision. Any comment received before the decision date will be reviewed by the case officer. We recommend that you submit your comments as soon as possible. This is so that the case officer can take your opinions into consideration.
What do you say when objecting to planning?
Reasons
- Loss of light or overshadowing.
- Overlooking/loss of privacy.
- Visual amenity (but not loss of private view)
- Adequacy of parking/loading/turning.
- Highway safety.
- Traffic generation.
- Noise and disturbance resulting from use.
- Hazardous materials.
Who can comment on planning application?
Who can comment on a planning application? Anyone is entitled to comment on a planning application. When a planning application is received all immediate neighbours must be consulted or a site notice put up. Normally, only those neighbours that are within the immediate vicinity of a proposal will be directly notified.
What happens if my Neighbour objects to my planning application?
If a neighbour objects and challenges your application, you have the right to appeal. However, if the objections can be addressed with an alteration to the design of the extension, you can also opt to amend the plan accordingly and re-submit the application.
How long does planning permission take Basingstoke?
Your application will be logged when it is received by the Planning Development Support Team. The application will be checked to ensure all the necessary documentation and fee has been submitted. See our tips for submitting a valid application. We aim to complete this process in five working days.
Are Neighbours notified about planning permission?
Neighbour notification is required for applications for planning permission, planning permission in principle, and approval of matters specified in conditions. The Council is required to notify those with an interest in “neighbouring land” of a planning application.
Where can I find comments made on a planning application?
Normally authorities make comments made on planning applications publicly available and some will put them on their websites.
What can I do once my planning application has been published?
Once published, it is possible to: Find all drawings and documents related to any live application, including comments from other consultees. Comment on any live planning application. View the details of some historical applications.
Can I include personal information in my comments to the application?
We are unable to take into account any comments that are marked ‘confidential’ due to national planning regulations. Please do not include any personal identifiable information in your comments, for example, health conditions. Comments can support, object or be neutral to the application.
What happens if I make a late comment on my application?
Most authorities will still take into account comments received after this deadline, but if you are unable to meet it you should contact the officer in the Planning Department dealing with the application and see if they will accept late comments.
