Purpose

This knowledge builder focuses on the term 'calling in' as it relates to planning applications. In general, applications are called-in by the Secretary of State or National Assembly only if planning issues of more than local importance are involved.

Benefits

The key to understanding the call-in process is that it is part of the administrative machinery whereby central government in England and Wales exercise control over the development control process. Whilst anybody may request that an application be called-in, it should be noted that the procedure is not a substitute for a third party right of appeal. Nor can it be made into a device for securing a public inquiry into the application concerned.

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Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A knowledge builder which provides a detailed explanation and legal and regulatory context for the topic. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

11 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)