Document Downloads: Environment and planning
The following documents are available for download. Documents in PDF format can be read using Adobe Reader.
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Available downloads
Gates,Fences and Walls
Planning rules leaflet relating to gates,fences and walls
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(PDF) - Size: 305.94 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 45 secs)
Town & Country Planning System In The UK
Why we have a Town & Country Planning System in the UK
Town & Country Planning System In The UK
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(PDF) - Size: 305.21 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 45 secs)
Causes of Dampness
A list of the common causes of dampness.
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(PDF) - Size: 23.29 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 secs)
Householder Exemption Form
Complete and forward this form to the planning department to see if you need planning permission
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(PDF) - Size: 162.98 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 24 secs)
Over The Garden Hedge
Guide To The Right Hedge For You And Your Neighbour
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(PDF) - Size: 1.05 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 mins 38 secs)
The Right Hedge For You
Guide To Choosing The Right Hedge
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(PDF) - Size: 219.8 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 33 secs)
Trees And Problem Hedges
An Overview Of Tree And Problem Hedges
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(PDF) - Size: 126.71 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 19 secs)
High Hedges - Complaining To The Council
Guide To Complaining To The Council
High Hedges - Complaining To The Council
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(PDF) - Size: 394.86 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 58 secs)
High Hedges - Compaints, Prevention & Cure
A Detailed Guide To Preventing Hedge Problems - The Law On Hedges - The Role Of The Council
High Hedges - Compaints, Prevention & Cure
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(PDF) - Size: 768.31 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 53 secs)
Guidance Notes For Completing The Complaints Form
Notes To Help You Complete The High Hedge Complaint Form
Guidance Notes For Completing The Complaints Form
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Hedge Height & Light Loss
Guidance Notes To Assist In The Calculation Of Hedge Heights
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(PDF) - Size: 1.63 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 mins 5 secs)
High Hedges - Complaint Form
Application Form To Submit A Complaint Under Part 8 Of The Anti Social Behaviour Act 2003.
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(PDF) - Size: 112.15 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 17 secs)
Address search facility licence
Terms and conditions for using the address search facility
Address search facility licence
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(PDF) - Size: 27.96 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 5 secs)
Residential Extensions Design Guide
Residential Extensions Design Guide - This guide aims to give good advice on how to design extensions to houses in a way that safeguards the amenity of an area in the overall public interest.
Residential Exensions Design Guide
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(PDF) - Size: 760.81 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 53 secs)
Planning Comments Form
Download this form to express your views on a planning application
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(PDF) - Size: 10.27 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 secs)
Roundabout Sponsorship
Roundabout sponsorship leaflet - how to apply to advertise your business on our roundabouts
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 3.83 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 9 mins 35 secs)
Householder Planning Application Forms
Application For Works To A Dwelling
Download 4 sets of the appropriate application forms together with 1 set of help notes, 1 set of the checklist and 1 Notice Under Section 65
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
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(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
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Application for works or extension to a dwelling & conservation area consent (2)
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(PDF) - Size: 468.35 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 9 secs)
Application for works or extension to a dwelling (1)
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(PDF) - Size: 467.15 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 9 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 45.51 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 7 secs)
Application for works or extension to a dwelling & listed building consent (3)
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(PDF) - Size: 472.79 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 11 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 11.41 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
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(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Outline Planning Application Forms
Outline Application With Some Or All Matters Reserved
Download 4 sets of the appropriate application forms together with 1 set of help notes, 1 set of the checklist and 1 Notice Under Section 65
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(PDF) - Size: 87.94 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 13 secs)
Application for outline with all matters reserved (6)
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(PDF) - Size: 495.91 KB
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Application for outline with some matters reserved (5)
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****IMPORTANT CHECK LIST TO BE USED WITH ALL OUTLINE APPLICATIONS****
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(PDF) - Size: 12.57 KB
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Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
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(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Full Planning Application/Reserved Matters Application Forms
Full Application Forms/Residential Development/Commercial and Reserved Matters.
Download 4 sets of the appropriate application forms together with 1 set of help notes, 1 set of the appropriate checklist and 1 Notice Under Section 65
Consent for Full Applications/Reserved Matters/Commercial(4)
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(PDF) - Size: 503.2 KB
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Consent for approval of reserved matters following outline approval (23)
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(PDF) - Size: 458.18 KB
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Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Advertisement Application Forms
Download 3 sets of the appropriate application forms together with 1 set of help notes plus 1 set of the checklist which shows the National Requirements.
Application for consent to display an advertisement (12)
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(PDF) - Size: 465.11 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 9 secs)
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- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 secs)
Application for planning permission and consent to display advertisements (9)
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(PDF) - Size: 512.42 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 15 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 94.18 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 14 secs)
****IMPORTANT CHECK LIST TO BE USED WITH ALL ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS****
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(PDF) - Size: 10.84 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 secs)
Conservation Planning Application Forms
Application Forms to apply for Conservation Consent/Consent to Demolish.
Download 4 sets of the appropriate forms together with 1 set of help notes, 1 set of the checklist and 1 Notice Under Section 65
Application for planning permission & consent for demolition in a conservation area. (7)
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(PDF) - Size: 503.68 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 14 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 45.51 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 7 secs)
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 89.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 14 secs)
Application for conservation area consent for demolition in a conservation area (10)
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(PDF) - Size: 461.68 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 31.73 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 5 secs)
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 468.35 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 9 secs)
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 11.41 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 secs)
Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
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(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Listed Building Application Forms
Listed Building Consent for Demolition/Alterations or Extensions
Download 4 sets of the appropriate application forms together with 1 set of help notes, 1 set of the checklist and 1 Notice Under Section 65
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(PDF) - Size: 508.57 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 15 secs)
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 59.14 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 9 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 469.43 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 9 secs)
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- Estimated download time: (56k = 7 secs)
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 472.79 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 11 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 101.5 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 15 secs)
****IMPORTANT CHECK LIST TO BE USED FOR APPLICATIONS INVOLVING A LISTED BUILDING****
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(PDF) - Size: 11.41 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Telecommunications Application Forms
Prior Notification of proposed development
Download 4 sets of application forms together with 1 set of help notes
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(PDF) - Size: 455.96 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 23.36 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 secs)
Lawful Development Application Forms
Download 4 sets of the appropriate forms together with 1 set of help notes and 1 Notice Under Section 65
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(PDF) - Size: 22.29 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 35.51 KB
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Application for a lawful development certificate for a proposed use or development (15)
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(PDF) - Size: 459.95 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 474.29 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 11 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Agricultural or Forestry Developments
Download 4 sets of prior notification of agricultural or forestry development forms together with 1 set of help notes
Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed building (16)
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(PDF) - Size: 457.17 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 19.81 KB
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- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 456.15 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 19.1 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 3 secs)
Demolition
Prior notification of proposed demolition.
Download 4 sets of application forms together with 1 set of help notes.
Please note these forms are not applicable if demolition involves conservation consent or a listed building, please see Conservation /Listed Building sections.
Application for prior notification of proposed demolition. (22)
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(PDF) - Size: 455.58 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 18.33 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 3 secs)
Variation/Details Reserved by Conditions
Details reserved by a condition/variation of a condition
Download 4 sets of the appropriate application forms together with 1 set of help notes
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(PDF) - Size: 18.03 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 3 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 18.33 KB
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Application for approval of details reserved by condition (27)
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(PDF) - Size: 456.4 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
Application for removal or variation of a condition following grant of planning permission (25/26)
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(PDF) - Size: 462.07 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
Works to Trees/Hedgerow removals
Application for tree works/hedgerow removal notice
Download 4 sets of application forms together with 1 set of help notes
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 132.14 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 20 secs)
Application for hedgerow removal notice (21)
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 455.8 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 457.53 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 8 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 25.08 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 secs)
Validation of Planning Applications
Staffordshire Requirements for Biodiversity and Geological Conservation Including Criteria and Indicative Thresholds
Validation of Planning Applications
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(PDF) - Size: 481.59 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 11 secs)
Planning Fees Guide
The Council cannot begin to deal with your application unless it is accompanied by the correct fee.
Fees may be payable for the following applications:
• Householder planning application
• Applications for full or outline planning permission
• Applications for the approval of reserved matters following an outline planning permission
• Applications to vary or remove conditions on planning permissions
• Applications for advertisement consent
• Applications for certificates of lawful development
• Applications for prior approval under the General Permitted Development Order
All other applications do not attract a fee
Planning Fees Guide Adopted From 6th April 2008
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(PDF) - Size: 32.56 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 5 secs)
New Changes To The Planning Process
On 6th April 2008 major changes to processing planning applications came into force and this means that applications submitted after this date must meet the new requirements.
The new national application forms are to be used along with the appropriate checklists which can be downloaded from our planning forms pages. Paper copies are available from Planning Admin, 01543 464536/464315. Applications need to be submitted on the correct forms, a full list of which is included in Annex A. to the Validation Document listed below.
The National & Local Validation requirements are set out in the Council's Adopted Document Validation of Planning Applications, March 2008. Further guidance on specific topics is contained in the documents shown below. By clicking into the title, the documents can be downloaded from our web or can be obtained at a cost of £5.90 each from the Planning Department.
Please note that the standard and the range of drawings to be submitted in all cases apart from some outline applications is significantly higher/wider than was previously the case. There are national and not local requirements so Cannock Chase Council has no discretion in relation to these issues. You should note carefully the requirements for full applications for the erection of buildings or extensions to buildings which are included in the Validation Document and summarised in the Checklists.
In relation to validation, an amendment has been made to the contents of the requirements for Design & Access statements to include a requirement for applicants to address climate change issues.
Fees:
Fees for applications increased from 6th April 2008. The basic categories are as follows;-
Householder Applications - £150
Outline Applications - £335 for each 0.1 hectare up to 2.5 hectares then £100 for each 0.1 hectare up to a maximum of £125,000
Full Applications for dwellings - £335 per dwelling up to 50 then £100 per dwelling up to a maximum of £250,000
Full Applications for other buildings where no floor space is to be created or the floor space is no more than 40m² - £170. Floor space 40-75m² - £335 up to 3,750m² - £335 for each 75m². More than 3,750m² - £100 for each 75m² up to a maximum of £250,000.
Other operations - £170 per 0.1 hectare subject to a maximum of £250,000.
Car Parks, Service Roads & Access for a single business undertaking - £170.
Change of Use - £335.
Most Advertisements - £95.
A new category is introduced for dealing with requests for written confirmation of compliance with a condition or conditions attached to the grant of planning permission. This is £25 for householder development and £85 in all other cases.
The complete new fee schedule can be downloaded from the list shown below.
Documents To Download
Cannock Chase District Council Validation Document
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(PDF) - Size: 275.11 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 41 secs)
Staffordshire Requirements For Biodiversity & Geological Conservation
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(PDF) - Size: 481.59 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 11 secs)
Validation of Applications - Checklist For Staffordshire
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(PDF) - Size: 182.82 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 27 secs)
Staffordshire Contaminated Land Leaflet
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(PDF) - Size: 411.06 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 2 secs)
Supplementary Planning Guidance - Trees, Landscape & Development
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(PDF) - Size: 1.31 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 3 mins 17 secs)
New Guide To Planning Fees 2008/9
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(PDF) - Size: 32.56 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 5 secs)
Domestic Micro Generation - Permitted Development
New permitted development rights take effect on 6 April which applied to both single family dwellings and flats.
Domestic Micro Generation - Permitted Development
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(PDF) - Size: 24.46 KB
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Order 1995 Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission
These forms are to be used with a planning application when notice needs to be served on the owner(s) or tenant(s) or notice needs to be publicised in the local newspaper.
Order 1995 Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission Householder Notice 1
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(PDF) - Size: 25.15 KB
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Order 1995 Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 1
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.13 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Order 1995 Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission - Notice 2
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 185.6 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 28 secs)
Order 1995 Notice Under Article 6 Application For Planning Permission Householder Notice 2
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 25.36 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 secs)
South Staffordshire & North Warwickshire Gypsy & Traveller Accommodation Needs Assessment February 2008
Gypsy and Traveller Assessment
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(PDF) - Size: 3.67 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 9 mins 11 secs)
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(PDF) - Size: 86.39 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 13 secs)
Energy from Waste Facility at Four Ashes
The decision to build an Energy from Waste facility in South Staffordshire is based on extensive research and ongoing consultation with local communities about the best way to deal with the growing amount of waste Staffordshire produces, once recycling has been maximised.
Energy from Waste Facility at Four Ashes
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(PDF) - Size: 434.56 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 5 secs)
Planning Enforcement Charter
A Charter for people who may be contravening planning regulations. Information on resolving planning enforcement issues.
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 3.64 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 9 mins 5 secs)
Development Presentation by Persimmon and Bloor Homes
Proposal for Land South of Norton Canes
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 1.55 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 3 mins 53 secs)
Hairdressers
Hairdressers and barbers are required to be registered with the local authority. Following an application an Officer will visit premises to check they meet health and safety guidelines and conform with local Byelaws. Premises will be inspected on a regular basis once registered.
Application for a Hairdressers/Barbers
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(DOC) - Size: 90 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 14 secs)
Waste & Recycling Booklet 2011-12
This years TRIM YOUR BIN booklet which contains lots of helpful information on Waste & Recycling.
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(PDF) - Size: 2.46 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 6 mins 9 secs)
Noise nuisance poster
Nuisance nuisance poster providing information on reporting
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 2.1 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 5 mins 15 secs)
Noise nuisance help card
Noise nuisance help card with advice on reporting
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 407.06 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 1 mins 0 secs)
noise nuisance leaflet
Noise nuisance leaflet providing information and help on how to deal with noise issues
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 1.15 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 mins 53 secs)
Local Protocol Booklet 2011
The purpose of this Protocol is to explain how the Council carries out its planning duties
and in particular how the decision making processes work.
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(PDF) - Size: 122.33 KB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 18 secs)
Elmore Park Management Plan
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 1.99 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 4 mins 59 secs)
Chase Matters Leaflet
Promotional leaflet to accompany the 2008 Core Strategy consultation.
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 1.07 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 mins 41 secs)
Is your workplace healthy?
This leaflet will provide you with information about our Workplace Health Award.
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 1.05 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 2 mins 38 secs)
Need help understanding regulations?
This leaflet will provide you with information about our Environmental Health support we are offering local businesses
Environmental Health Business Support
- File format:
(PDF) - Size: 2.59 MB
- Estimated download time: (56k = 6 mins 29 secs)
