Wiltshire Local Plan Review Consultation

Wiltshire Council are currently preparing a new local plan to guide development across the borough until 2038. Once adopted, the plan will form part of the Development Plan for the district and will act as a critical tool in guiding decisions about individual development proposals, acting as the starting-point for considering whether applications can be […]

A Need for More Robust Decision Making – A Focus on Committee Decisions

IPS recently reported on success at appeal for our clients Abbey Developments Ltd for a s.73 application to vary the point of connection for a foul sewerage network. The application was refused by the South Cambridgeshire District Council’s (SCDC) Planning Committee, against the recommendation of the Joint Director for Planning and Economic Development, and notwithstanding […]

Permission Secured for Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, Bristol

Impact Planning Services Ltd are pleased to have secured permission, for a plasterboard recycling facility in Avonmouth, Bristol. On behalf of our clients, Agricore, IPS prepared and submitted an application for the change of use  and extension of an existing warehousing building in the industrial area of Avonmouth, Bristol. The Applicant operates a waste business […]

Public Consultation at Perrysfield – Digital Engagement

IPS are engaged as project lead and planning consultants, by our clients Knightwood Developments Ltd to bring forward the redevelopment of a farm complex at Perrysfield Farm, Oxted. As part of the application preparation the client engaged with the public via a fully inclusive consultation process that allowed for the public to share their thoughts […]

Planning Application Fee Increase

Planning fees across England are set to jump massively as ministers seek to ensure that the planning system is better resourced. Under the move, announced in the government’s response to the Commons’ Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Committee inquiry into the future of the planning system, the government has announced plans to adjust planning application […]

Amendments to Residential Design Approved after S.73 Negotiations

IPS were pleased to assist in achieving a s.73 (variation of condition) permission, for proposals at a residential development site in Begelly, Pembrokeshire. Following a change in ownership, the Applicant proposed changes to the design of the dwellings to meet market demands and achieve higher standards of energy efficiency. IPS were asked to assist when […]

Seasons Greetings from IPS

It has been a busy year for all at IPS, with continuing challenges and changes across the planning and political system. Next year is set to be even busier and we wish all our colleagues and clients a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous start to 2023. Please note our offices will close […]

Appeal Success for Residential Extension in Bath

IPS were pleased to secure permission at appeal for a householder rear extension to a dwelling for a private individual in Bath. The proposed two storey extension allows our client and family to continue living in their existing home, by extending their property to accommodate changing lifestyles and habits following on from the Covid-19 pandemic. […]

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