Introduction to Planning for Local Councils

This course offers an introduction to basic principles of good planning, why we should do it and the framework of how it operates in England and Wales. It provides a valuable opportunity for you to improve your understanding of how your local council can best represent the views of your community in the planning system.

The following topics will be covered:

• What is planning?

• The different players involved in planning

• What is controlled by planning

• Types of planning applications

• How planning decisions are made

• The role of the local council

• Material & non-material planning considerations

• Planning conditions

• Developer contributions

• Recent and emerging planning legislation

• An opportunity to ask questions

The workshop is suitable for both new and returning Councillors and for town and parish clerks. It will appeal especially to those involved in the Local Council Planning Process.