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a)
That Members adopt the revised charging schedule and categories to be
introduced on 6th October 2020.
b) To agree that the pre-application charging scheme will be reviewed in 12
months’ time.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 26/08/2020
Decision due: 29 Sep 2020 by Executive Councillor for Planning, Building Control, and Infrastructure
Lead member: Executive Councillor for Planning, Building Control, and Infrastructure
Department: Planning and Economic Development
Additional Information: Requested for pre-scrutiny by Cllrs Bick and Porrer
Background Information: Improvements to the pre-application service will take place over the coming 12 months, supporting better quality and more timely pre-application advice. Planning officers seek approval to unify pre-application categories, along with uplifted fees, in respect of initial improvements including a new web/Customer Portal, clearer and more constructive pre-app response letters, and new offers such as video meetings with officers. A service review is proposed after 12 months.