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The drawing of the proposed advertisement should show its
dimensions and position on the land or building in question.
For a sign, the drawing should indicate the materials to be
used, fixings, colours, height above the ground and, where it
would project from a building, the extent of the projection. A
site location plan should also be provided which identifies
the proposed position of the advertisement and location of
the site by reference to at least two named roads. It should
be drawn to an identified scale and show the direction of
North. Ordnance Survey maps are not required. Photographs
and photomontages may be used. The original and 3 copies*
of each drawing should be provided:
12. Planning Application Requirements - Checklist
Please read the following checklist to make sure you have sent all the information in support of your proposal. Failure to submit all
information required will result in your application being deemed invalid. It will not be considered valid until all information required by
the Local Planning Authority (LPA) has been submitted.
It is a condition of every consent granted by or under the Regulations that, before displaying any advertisement, the permission of the
owner of the land or other person entitled to grant permission must be obtained. To display any advertisement without this permission is
an offence, open to immediate prosecution.
Where the site is within the boundaries of a highway, evidence that the application is acceptable to the highway authority must be
provided.
*National legislation specifies that the applicant must provide the original plus three copies of the form and supporting documents (a
total of four copies), unless the application is submitted electronically or, the LPA indicate that a smaller number of copies is required.
LPAs may also accept supporting documents in electronic format by post (for example, on a CD, DVD or USB memory stick).
You can check your LPA's website for information or contact their planning department to discuss these options.
The original and 3 copies* of a
completed and dated application form:
Description of signs, size and The type of each sign for
which application is being made, e.g. fascia, projecting
box, pole-mounted free-standing, should be shown,
together with the dimensions of each sign. If any of the
signs are to be illuminated please describe the type of
illumination, e.g. internal, external, floodlight, etc, and
whether the illumination will be static, flashing, or have
moving parts. The original and 3 copies* of each
description should be provided:
The original and 3 copies* of a plan which identifies the
land to which the application relates drawn to an identified
scale and showing the direction of north:
The original and 3 copies* of other plans and drawings
information necessary to describe the subject of the
application:
The correct fee:
13. Declaration
I/we hereby apply for planning permission/consent as described in this form and the accompanying plans/drawings and additional
information. I/we confirm that, to the best of my/our knowledge, any facts stated are true and accurate and any opinions given are the
genuine opinions of the person(s) giving them.
Or signed - Agent:Signed - Applicant: Date DD/MM/YYYY):
(date cannot be
pre-application)
14. Applicant Contact Details
Telephone numbers
Country code:
National number:
Extension
number:
Country code:
Mobile number (optional):
Country code:
Fax number (optional):
Email address (optional):
15. Agent Contact Details
Telephone numbers
Country code:
National number:
Extension
number:
Country code:
Mobile number (optional):
Country code:
Fax number (optional):
Email address (optional):
16. Site Visit
Can the site be seen from a public road, public footpath, bridleway or other public land?
No
Yes
If the planning authority needs to make an appointment to carry
out a site visit, whom should they contact? (Please select only one)
Other (if different from the
agent/applicant's details)
ApplicantAgent
If Other has been selected, please provide:
Contact name: Telephone number:
Email address:
