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The role of Prior Approvals

The role of Prior Approvals

By Laura Potts MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Planning Many people are not aware of the term “Prior Approval” or the role that it plays in the planning process. It is a good idea to understand what this means and how it may have an impact on your plans. There are...

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Public Consultation for New Stadium for Truro City FC underway

Public Consultation for New Stadium for Truro City FC underway

CAD Architects are acting as agent for Truro City Football Club in the proposed development of its new stadium. The proposals consist of a new football stadium and associated works within a parcel of land adjacent to Langarth park and ride. The proposed layout of the...

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A Guide to Retrospective Planning Permission

A Guide to Retrospective Planning Permission

By Laura Potts MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Planning Not all building works require planning permission in advance. Many fall within what is termed “permitted development rights.” However, if some works are carried out that would normally necessitate a planning...

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Dealing with Planning Objections

Dealing with Planning Objections

By Laura Potts MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Planning How planning objections are raised Once a planning application has been validated by your Local Planning Authority (LPA), there will be a minimum period of 21 days for “public engagement.” This is an opportunity...

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Householder Planning Applications – your questions answered

Householder Planning Applications – your questions answered

By Laura Potts MRTPI, Planning Consultant, CAD Planning What is a Householder Planning Application? This type of planning application is specifically designed for people who want to make alterations to their house, or build an outbuilding such as a garage or shed. A...

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Realising the full potential of small housing developments

Realising the full potential of small housing developments

Gareth Ellis ARB PGCert MA BArch BA(Hons), Associate Architect, CAD Architects When there is discussion about the need to urgently address the UK’s housing shortage, the focus is usually on large-scale housing developments of hundreds of homes. However, small sites of...

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