CPD #1
How does a planning committee work?
Demystifying the governance and decision-making processes of planning committees across England
Who for
Built Environment Professionals
Specifically those working in the private sector with some practice experience
Format
Live on Zoom
The session will be hosted live over 90 minutes
Participation
Engagement optional
There will be opportunities to participate in polls and ask questions
Introduction
Demystifying the governance and decision-making processes of planning committees across England.
Planning committees play a crucial role in shaping the built environment and making decisions on applications that significantly impact communities and development projects. This 90-minute online CPD is designed to equip architects and other built environment professionals with a clear understanding of how planning decisions are made by local authority planning committees in England.
Through this CPD participants will explore the roles of elected members and officers and highlight common pitfalls and top tips for engaging successfully with the planning process.
Whose this for?
This CPD is essential for built environmental professionals looking to better understand and navigate the complexities of the planning committee system within England and their planning applications. It assumes some existing knowledge of the built environment industry and is recommended for those with some practical experience.
What's covered?
Through the 90-minute session, it will provide an overview of:
- Local governance structures
- The role of elected members and officers
- Committee structures and membership
- Delegated powers and officer decisions
- Committee meetings
- The role of policies and politics
- Probity and impartiality
- How to research and prepare for Committee meetings
- Presenting at Committee meetings
- Common pitfalls and top tips
Learn
Understand the structure and role of planning committees within the English planning system
Gain insights into the decision-making process of planning committees and the factors that influence their decisions
Be better prepared to engage effectively with a planning committee during an application process
Format
The CPD will be hosted live, online via Zoom and will last 90 minutes. There will be a short break during the session, and live captions will be available throughout.
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions through the Q&A function and can optionally participate in poll questions. At the end of the session, after completing a feedback form, some very short readings and additional links will be shared with participants.
If you would like any additional access adjustments, please email us, and we will see what we can do.
Fees and Booking
The session is £90 (excl VAT), £108 (incl VAT).
Click on a session date to secure your place. You will be asked to confirm your email address, input your company details (if relevant), and pay via card.
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