Not a bad start to a Monday

New judgment today from Sir Duncan Ouseley on meaning of "no relevant development plan policies" in para 11(d) of NPPF to trigger tilted balance - Paul Newman Homes v SSHCLG & AVDC [2019] EWHC 2367 (Admin) at [32]:

GMSF delay confirmed placenorthwest.co.uk/news/gmsf-dela…

National Design Guide (PPG status) published gov.uk/government/pub…

The Combined Authority agreed to run a public engagement on its Spatial Development Strategy, to start later this month.

The “Our Places” consultation will shape the blue print for how the city region will be planned and developed in the future. Have you had your say? bit.ly/2QDRoBe

After what feels like weeks of wet weather, not a bad morning to be out with the dogs

The Court of Appeal has spoken. No permitted development rights or otherwise for advertising panels to piggy back on legit phone kiosks #pdrights #westminster #publicphoneboxesforphones #judgementnewworldphonesvswestminstercitycouncil #sairakabirsheikhqc

A useful overview if you are considering becoming a party at a planning inquiry

The Planning Inspectorate has today published their "Procedural Practice in the Examination of Spatial Development Strategies" assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/upl…

Fantastic curation of artefacts at Tutankhamun London ... a real must see Saatchi Gallery

I've decided to join in with the Valentine's Day #legalrhymes Our rule book is red, The notepads are blue, Be nice to each other, Talk, do not sue

Inspector appointed to examine Hart District Council’s Local Plan recommends its adoption, subject to main modifications to satisfy the requirements of s20(5) and meet the criteria for soundness in the NPPF. You can read the Inspector’s report here hart.gov.uk/sites/default/…

Missing Lisa Hale - residents asked to check outbuildings hampshire.police.uk/news/hampshire…

Coronavirus advice: See today's updated guidance on our approach to events for Planning Appeals, NSIP Applications, Local Plan Examinations. gov.uk/guidance/coron…

just because we all need a smile #coronavirus what makes you smile ?

Thank you to all the local council workers, waste collectors, street cleaners, emergency planners and others who are keeping the country moving during the #coronavirus outbreak. We are all so grateful for the work you do.

First planning appeal decision issued following a virtual site visit: case 4000647. Read it here: appeals.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/selfservice/we… #makehistory Planning Inspectorate #planning