Procedure guide for local plan examinations (revised February 2022)
Publication Year
2021
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Provides guidance on the procedural aspects of carrying out a local plan examination. Covers: before submission; submission; initial assessment and organisation of the hearing sessions; preparation for the hearing sessions; conduct of the hearing sessions; main modifications to the plan; the Inspector's report; quality assurance, fact-check procedure and delivery of final report to the LPA; and other procedures.
Document History
Superseded by February 2023 update. Supersedes Procedure guide for local plan examinations (PINS, 2021). February 2021 (7th edition, revised February 2022). Sourced from https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/examining-local-plans-procedural-practice/procedure-guide-for-local-plan-examinations
Publisher Information
Planning Inspectorate
The Planning Inspectorate processes planning and enforcement appeals and holding examinations into regional spatial strategies and local development plans.
Temple Quay House
2 The Square
Temple Quay
Bristol
PINS
UK
Website: http://www.planning-inspectorate.gov.uk/
Email: enquiries@planning-inspectorate.gsi.gov.uk
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