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9. 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.
The burden or proof in a Lawful Development Certificate is firmly with the applicant and therefore sufficient and precise information
should be provided.
The original and 3 copies* of a
completed dated application form:
The original and 3 copies* of such evidence
verifying the information included in
the application as you can provide:
The correct fee:
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:
*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.
10. Declaration
I/we hereby apply for a Lawful Development Certificate 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.
WARNING:
The amended section 194 of the 1990 Act provides that it is an offence to furnish false or misleading information or to withhold material
information with intent to deceive. Section 193(7) enables the authority to revoke, at any time, a certificate they may have been issued as a
result of such false or misleading information.
Or signed - AgentSigned - Applicant
Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
(date cannot be pre-application submission)
11. Applicant Contact Details
Telephone numbers
Country code:
National number:
Extension
number:
Country code:
Mobile number (optional):
Country code:
Fax number (optional):
Email address (optional):
12. Agent Contact Details
Telephone numbers
Country code:
National number:
Extension
number:
Country code:
Mobile number (optional):
Country code:
Fax number (optional):
Email address (optional):
13. 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: