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INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITH PLANNING APPLICATIONS

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Introduction 1

PART 1 - Plans and documents to be submitted with applications 4

A Householder 6 B Residential development 8 C Non-residential development 13 D Minerals 19 E Handling or disposal of waste 21 F Advertisement Consent 23 G Listed Building Consent and Applications 24 affecting the setting of a listed building H Conservation Area and/or requiring 25 conservation area consent I Telecommunications developments 26 J Prior approval of agricultural, horticultural and 29 forestry developments: proposed building and roads K Demolition (Prior Notification) 30 L Works affecting trees: works to trees subject to 31 a Tree Preservation Order or notification of proposed works to trees in Conservation Areas M Applications for the removal of hedgerows 32 N Lawful Development Certificates 33

PART 2 - Content of plans and documents 34

Guide to forms, certificates, and information to be 35 submitted with applications Guide to content of additional plans and documents 39

2 INTRODUCTION

This document is to assist you in providing the correct and necessary information when submitting an application to either Thurrock Borough Council or Thurrock Thames Gateway Development Corporation (TTGDC). This document has been adopted and incorporates both national and local validation requirements.

The information and assessments required to be submitted depend on factors including the nature of the application and the scale of development. To assist in assessing what is required to accompany your application to ensure validation this guide is structured in two parts;

PART 1 Plans and documents to be submitted with applications. This part is divided into sections detailing what information should be submitted with each type of application (i.e. Householder, non-residential etc). In addition, each section contains a checklist to allow you to identify if you have the necessary information to submit with the application.

PART 2 Guide to content of plans and documents. This part contains a guide to what the plans and documents outlined in part 1 must contain. This includes links to useful information to assist in preparing your application.

If any relevant information is missing from an application at the time of submission it will not be registered as valid. The application will be returned together with a letter detailing the additional information required.

Some developments that fall outside of the criteria identified may require additional supporting information. Please contact the Local Planning Authority for further advice prior to submitting your application. In these cases an application will be registered as valid and a letter will be sent detailing the additional information required.

How to submit a planning application and pre-application discussions

If you intend to submit an application, check whether your development proposal will fall to TTGDC or Thurrock Council to determine. The thresholds for applications to be determined by TTGDC are set out in a Statutory Instrument (SI 2005 2572) (see www.opsi.gov.uk/si2005/2004872.htm)

Both organisations encourage pre-application discussions about development proposals

1 Where an application will be determined by the TTGDC it may be useful to contact the Planning Department at Thurrock Council who hold the planning register, planning histories and other background information on certain sites.

You can submit your application either on line or in paper format. On-line applications should be made via the planning portal at www.planningportal.gov.uk. Applications made in paper format should be sent to the planning department at Thurrock Council together with the appropriate fee (payable to Thurrock Council).

Application forms can be obtained via the Council’s website at www.thurrock.gov.uk/forms and the planning portal at www.planningportal.gov.uk

For applications to be determined by TTGDC and Thurrock Council, the Council will deal with the validation and registration of the application.

2 Contact details for both Thurrock Council and the Development Corporation are below:

Thurrock Council Development Control Department Civic Offices New Road Grays Essex RM17 6SL

Telephone: 01375 652291

Fax: 01375 652787

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.thurrock.gov.uk Thurrock Thames Gateway Development Corporation Gateway House Stonehouse Lane Purfleet Essex RM19 1NX

Phone: 01708 895400

Fax: 01708 894848

Web: www.thurrocktgdc.org.uk

3 PART 1 - PLANS AND DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATIONS

Introduction This section identifies the types of supporting documents and information for specific types of application. A detailed description of the types of information and documents required are contained in part 2 of this guide at pages 34 to 52.

This part of the guide has 16 sections, which contains guidance about the following types of development:

A Householder 6 Including extensions, outbuildings, fences, hardstandings, accesses to roads, and satellite dishes for residential properties B Residential development 8 (Creation of one or more additional residential units on a site) C Non-residential development 13 All developments involving change of use or operational development for non-residential development D Minerals 19 E Handling or disposal of waste 21 F Advertisement Consent 23 G Listed Building Consent and Applications affecting the setting of 24 a listed building Including planning applications for development affecting listed building and applications for Listed Building Consent H Conservation Area and / or requiring Conservation Area Consent 25 Including planning applications for development affecting a conservation and applications for Conservation Area Consent I Telecommunications 26 J Prior approval of agricultural developments 29 Including horticultural and forestry developments: proposed building and roads K Demolition (Prior Notification) 30 L Trees or applications for development that would affect trees 31 Applications for works to trees protected by tree preservation order or notification of proposed works to trees in a Conservation Area or applications for development that would affect trees. M Applications for the removal of hedgerows 32 N Lawful Development Certificates 33

Each section contains the following:  A summary of the information that must be provided with an application  A summary of additional information that may be required depending on the nature, scale and location of the development 4  Checklists for you to use to confirm that all relevant information has been attached to an application

5 1A - HOUSEHOLDER APPLICATIONS

Householder applications include extensions, alterations and outbuildings to houses, construction of an access to the highway to serve a house, and applications for other related developments such as satellite dishes on houses.

All Householder applications must be accompanied by the information detailed within the table below. The right hand column can be used as a checklist to confirm that the correct information is enclosed with your application. In addition to the table below, please answer the questions on page ?? – your application may require additional information.

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings Certificate 35

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35, 36 and 37

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35, 36, and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,23, and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38

6 Is additional information required? – Please answer the following questions to see if your application needs to be accompanied by any additional information;

QUESTION ANSWER CLARIFICATION Does your proposed If YES - All trees affected by the development See details of tree development require should be shown on the submitted plans so surveys and the removal of or that a judgement can be made about the need arboricultural reports works to trees? for a Tree survey and report, at no.27 on page 51 Does your proposal If Yes - Development affecting a listed building See details of listed affect a listed building may require a Listed building Appraisal, building appraisals or the setting of a at no. 17 on page listed building? 47. An application for listed building consent may also be required. Is your development If Yes - A For details of impact likely to affect ecology You may also need to include an Ecology/Bio- assessments see or biodiversity? Diversity Impact Assessment with your no. 8a in on page 43 application Is your development If Yes – you may need to undertake a Flood For Flood Risk within a flood risk Risk Assessment. Assessment see area? To check if your site is within an area of Flood details at no. 11 in Risk please go onto the Environment Agencies on page 45 web site http://www.maps.environment- agency.gov.uk Is your property within If Yes- Your application should include a For details of design or close to a Design and Access Statement and access Conservation Area, To check if your site is within a Conservation statements see no. Area see see the Local Plan Inset Map at 5 in on page 42 http://thurrock.gov.uk/planning/strategic/content Is your property within If Yes- Your application should include a For details of design a Site of Special Design and Access Statement and access Scientific Interest You may also need to include an Ecology/Bio- statements see no. Diversity Impact Assessment with your 5 in on page 42 application For details of impact To check if your site is within a Site of Special assessments see Scientific Interest see the Local Plan Inset Map no. 8a in on page43 at http://thurrock.gov.uk/planning/strategic/content Will your development If Yes-Your application should include public For details of what affect a public right of rights of way assessment should be included way see no. 20 on page 49

7 PART 1B - RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

This section applies to all developments for 1 or more new flats or houses including conversion of existing buildings in to residential units.

All applications must contain the information contained in Table A below. In some instances additional information is required. Use Table B on page 9 to see if your development meets the thresholds or criteria for providing the additional information. Please use the right hand column of the tables as a checklist to confirm that the correct information is enclosed with your application.

TABLE A

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings 35 Certificate

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,36 and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38

Is additional information required? – Please use the table below as a checklist to see if your development meets the thresholds or criteria for providing the following additional information;

8 TABLE B

INFORMATION TYPE AND SCALE OF See page √ REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REQUIRING for See appendix 2 for details INFORMATION details 1 Affordable housing 15 or more units 39 statement 2 Air Quality Assessment Developments of 10 or more flats 39 (Emissions to air) and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more in an Air Quality management Area or a modelled exceedance area for any UK pollutant as listed in the Air Quality (England) Regulations 2000 3 Archaeology All developments on sites that are 40 Assessment known or considered likely to have archaeological value and where ground disturbance is necessary; and Where significant changes are being made to an historic building or to the curtilage of an historic building 4a Assessment of impact Development involving; 40 on playing fields  Land being used as a playing field;  Land last used as a playing field;  Playing fields that were in use in the last five years and  Land allocated for use as playing fields in a current development plan. A playing field is defined as the whole of a site that encompasses at least one pitch. A pitch is defined as a delineated area which, together with any run off area, is of 0.4 hectares (this is expected to be changed in 2007/08 to 0.2 ha through a revision to the GDPO) or more, and which is used for association football, American football, rugby, cricket, hockey, lacrosse, rounders, baseball, softball, Australian football, Gaelic football, shinty, hurling, polo or cycle polo 4b Assessment of impact Development involving; 41 on playing fields: Local  Land being used as a playing field; Authority development  Land last used as a playing field; 9  Playing fields that were in use in the last five years and  Land allocated for use as playing fields in a current development plan. A playing field is defined as the whole of a site that encompasses at least one pitch. A pitch is defined as a delineated area which, together with any run off area, is of 0.4 hectares (this is expected to be changed in 2007/08 to 0.2 ha through a revision to the GDPO) or more, and which is used for association football, American football, rugby, cricket, hockey, lacrosse, rounders, baseball, softball, Australian football, Gaelic football, shinty, hurling, polo or cycle polo 5 Design and Access All 42 Statement 6 Draft Planning 1 or more additional houses or flats 43 obligations 8a) Ecology/Bio Diversity Developments within, adjacent to or 43 and geology: Impact likely to affect species and sites protected under Regulations such as Assessment the Habitat Regulations, Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Conservation (Natural Habitats etc) Regulations 1994, Badgers Protection Act 1992 etc. and sites identified in the development plan as sites of local importance for nature conservation, ecological corridors, or green grid. All sites identified as Local Wildlife and potential wildlife sites in the bio diversity section of Thurrock Council’s Green Grid Strategy. It should be noted that previously used derelict sites could contain significant biodiversity. 8b) Ecology/Bio Diversity Developments of 10 or more flats 44 and Geology: and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more Opportunities 9 Energy Statement Developments of 10 or more flats 44 and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more 10 Environment Statement Refer to the Town and Country 44 Planning (Environmental Impact 10 Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 1999,SI 1999 No 293 which can be viewed at www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si1999/19990293.ht m 11 Flood Risk Assessment Flood Risk Zone1: Development sites 45 exceeding 1 hectare Flood Risk Zone 2 and 3: All development 12 Foul Sewerage Development involving discharge to a 45 Statement soak away within a ground water protection zone 1 13 Green Grid/Open Spaces Developments of 10 or more flats 45 Assessment and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more 15 Land contamination and All development on land where 46 ground water pollution contamination is known or suspected or where a use is especially vulnerable to contamination 16 Landscape Assessment, Developments of 10 or more flats 47 evaluation and options and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more 17 Listed building appraisal All developments affecting a listed 47 buildings and/or the setting of a listed buildings 18 Lighting schemes Schemes including proposals or a need 48 for new lighting 19 Noise Impact report Introduction of residential development 48 in to an area characterised by high levels of noise. The definition of areas is based on the Noise Exposure Categories (NEC) defined in PPG24 Planning and Noise. Development in NEC’s B,C, and D will require a noise assessment. Therefore any development with an NEC boundary noise level exceeding 55 Db LAeq.t between 0700 and 2300 hours or 47 Db Laeq.t between 2300 and 0700 hours will require an assessment. 20 Public Rights of Way All development that affects a public 49 Assesment right of way 21 Refuse and recycling All developments requiring or proposing 49 storage and collection provision for refuse and recycling collection 22 Safer Routes to school 25 or more flats and/or houses 49 assessment 23 Sports facility Impact 300 or more houses and/or flats 49 11 Assessment 25 Supporting Planning Developments of 10 or more flats 50 Statement and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more 26 Sustainability Statement Developments of 10 or more flats 51 and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more 27 Transport Statement 50 to 80 flats and/or houses 51 27 Transport Assessment 80 or more flats and/or houses 51 28 Tree survey, Development involving or requiring work 51 arboriculture report to trees Development affecting trees Development requiring removal of trees 29 Utilities statement Developments of 10 or more flats 52 and/or houses or sites with an area of half hectare or more where siting and design are and/or landscaping are to be considered.

12 PART 1C NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

This section applies to all developments involving change of use or operational development for non-residential development.

All applications must contain the information listed in Table A below. In some instances additional information will be required. Use Table B on page 14 to see if your development meets the thresholds and criteria for providing the additional information. Please use the right hand column of the tables as a checklist to confirm that the correct information is enclosed with your application.

TABLE A INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is required). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings 35 Certificate

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,26 and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38

13 TABLE B

INFORMATION TYPE AND SCALE OF DEVELOPMENT See √ REQUIRED REQUIRING INFORMATION page See appendix 2 for for details details 2 Air Quality All developments likely to generate any UK 39 Assessment pollutant as listed in the Air Quality (England) Regulations 2000. All developments that include provision for cooking and preparing food on the premises 3 Archaeology All developments on sites that are known or 40 Assessment considered likely to have archaeological value and where ground disturbance is necessary; and Where significant changes are being made to an historic building or to the curtilage of an historic building 4a) Assessment of Development involving; 41 Land being used as a playing field; impact on playing   Land last used as a playing field; fields  Playing fields that were in use in the last five years and  Land allocated for use as playing fields in a current development plan. A playing field is defined as the whole of a site that encompasses at least one pitch. A pitch is defined as a delineated area which, together with any run off area, is of 0.4 hectares (this is expected to be changed in 2007/08 to 0.2 ha through a revision to the GDPO) or more, and which is used for association football, American football, rugby, cricket, hockey, lacrosse, rounders, baseball, softball, Australian football, Gaelic football, shinty, hurling, polo or cycle polo 4b) Assessment of Development involving; 41 Land being used as a playing field; impact on playing   Land last used as a playing field; fields: Local Authority  Playing fields that were in use in the last five years and 14 development  Land allocated for use as playing fields in a current development plan. A playing field is defined as the whole of a site that encompasses at least one pitch. A pitch is defined as a delineated area which, together with any run off area, is of 0.4 hectares (this is expected to be changed in 2007/08 to 0.2 ha through a revision to the GDPO) or more, and which is used for association football, American football, rugby, cricket, hockey, lacrosse, rounders, baseball, softball, Australian football, Gaelic football, shinty, hurling, polo or cycle polo 5 Design and Access All development proposals except; 42 Statement a) Applications for the change of use of land or buildings where there is no operational development b) Engineering and mining operations 6 Draft Planning Development of 1000 square metres floor area 43 obligations or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more 7 Draft Travel Plan Retail 1000sq.m or more 43 Leisure 1000sq.m or more Business and employment 2470sq.m or more Higher education 2470sq.m or more. New and expanded schools Other major development likely to have significant transport implications Smaller developments in locations identified for traffic reduction or sustainable transport, and/or would cumulatively with other developments be a major travel generator, and/or would result in 47 or more parking spaces. 8a) Ecology/Bio Diversity All developments within, adjacent to or likely to 43 and geology: Impact affect species and sites protected under Assessment Regulations such as the Habitat Regulations, Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Conservation (Natural Habitats etc) Regulations 1994, Badgers Protection Act 1992 etc. and sites identified in the development plan as sites of local importance for nature 15 conservation, ecological corridors, or green grid. All sites identified as Local Wildlife and potential wildlife sites in the bio diversity section of Thurrock Council’s Green Grid Strategy. It should be noted that previously used derelict sites could contain significant biodiversity. 8b) Ecology/Bio Diversity Development of 1000 square metres floor area 44 and Geology: or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more Opportunities 9 Energy Statement Development of 1000 square metres floor area 44 or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more 10 Environment Refer to the Town and Country Planning 44 Statement (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 1999,SI 1999 No 293 which can be viewed at www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si1999/19990293.htm 11 Flood Risk All developments on sites of 1Ha or more 45 Assessment All development except minor proposals such as shop fronts, advertisements 12 Foul Sewerage Development involving discharge to a soak 45 Statement away within a ground water protection zone 1 13 Green Grid/Open Development of 1000 square metres floor area 45 spaces assessment or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more 14 Impact Assessment Applications for town centre uses as defined in 46 and sequential test PPS6 in locations outside of defined towns (PPS6) centres involving; New development Redevelopment of existing facilities Extensions including internal alterations requiring planning permission that create additional floorspace. Changes of use Renewal of extant planning permissions Applications to vary or remove existing planning conditions that would have the effect of creating additional floorspace (e.g. mezzanine floors), or changing the type or range of goods sold

16 15 Land contamination All development where contamination is known 46 and ground water or suspected or where a use is especially pollution vulnerable to contamination 16 Landscape Development of 1000 square metres floor area 47 Assessment, or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more evaluation and options 17 Listed building All developments affecting a listed building 47 appraisal and/or the setting of a listed building 18 Lighting schemes Developments that include provision or a need 48 for lighting 19 Noise Impact report All developments likely to create significant 48 noise Noise sensitive developments to be located in noisy locations. 20 Public Right of Way All development affecting a public right of way 49 Assessment 21 Refuse and recycling All developments requiring or proposing 49 storage and provision for waste collection or recycling collection 24 Sports Needs Development of 1000 square metres floor area 50 Assessment or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more including provision for sport 25 Supporting Planning All 50 Statement 26 Sustainability Development of 1000 square metres floor area 51 Statement or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more 27 (TS) Transport Land Use TS TA 51 Statement A1 Food Retail ≥247≤800 ≥800 A1 non-food ≥800≤1470 ≥1470 (TA) Transport retail Assessment A2 financial and ≥1000≤2470 ≥2470 professional Note Thresholds services based on size of A3 restaurants ≥300≤2470 ≥2470 and cafes development based A4 drinking ≥300≤600 ≥600 on gross floor area in establishments A5 Hot food ≥247≤470 ≥470 sq.m. unless takeways otherwise stated B1 Business ≥1470≤2470 ≥2470 B2 General ≥2470≤4000 ≥4000 Industry B8 Storage and ≥3000≤4700 ≥4700 distribution 17 C1 Hotels ≥75≤100 ≥100 bedrooms bedrooms C2 Residential ≥30≤47 ≥47 beds institutions- beds hospitals, nursing homes C2 Residential ≥47≤147 ≥147 students institutions- students residential education C2 Residential ≥247≤400 ≥400 institutions- residents residents institutional hostels D1Non- ≥470≤1000 ≥1000 residential institutions D2 Assembly ≥470≤1470 ≥1470 and leisure 28 Tree survey, All development involving or requiring works to 51 arboriculture report trees or the removal of trees 29 Utilities statement Development of 1000 square metres floor area 52 or more or a site area of 1 hectare or more where siting and design and/or landscaping are to be considered

18 PART 1D APPLICATIONS FOR MINERALS All Applications for minerals extraction must be accompanied by all the information listed below. INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is required). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings 35 Certificate

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,26 and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38

In addition to the requirements for an Environment Statement (See no 10 on page 44) the following may be relevant (See part 2 pages 39 to 52 for details of information required):

 Air Quality  Archaeology  Draft agreement/obligation  Ecology and bio diversity  Flood Risk Assessment  Green Grid  Hydrology  Listed Buildings  Landscape

19  Noise  Sustainability Appraisal  Supporting Planning Statement  Transport Assessment/Transport Statement  Trees

In the case of mineral extraction additional supporting information required includes:

a) Details of types and quantities of minerals to be extracted b) Details of the extent and depth of extraction c) Details of restoration including materials, after uses, and management d) Programme for extraction and restoration

Please discuss proposals with the Local Planning Authority before submitting an application so that the scope of information required can be identified.

20 PART 1E APPLICATIONS FOR HANDLING OR DISPOSAL OF WASTE All Applications for the handling or disposal of waste must be accompanied by all the information listed below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is required). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings 35 Certificate

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,26 and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38

In addition to the requirements for an Environment Statement (See no 10 on page 44) the following may be relevant (See pages 39 to 52 for details of information required):

 Air Quality  Archaeology  Draft agreement/obligation  Ecology and bio diversity  Flood Risk Assessment  Green Grid  Hydrology

21  Listed Buildings  Landscape  Noise  Supporting Planning Statement  Sustainability Appraisal  Transport Assessment/Transport Statement  Trees

In the case of landfill or land raising, additional supporting information required includes:

a) Details of the extent and depth of area to be used for landfill b) Details of types, quantities, and sources of waste c) Details of restoration including pre and post settlement contours, after uses, and management including proposals to manage after uses, landfill gas and leachate.

Please discuss proposals with the Local Planning Authority before submitting an application so that the scope of information required can be identified.

22 PART 1F ADVERTISEMENT CONSENT This section applies to all applications for illuminated and non-illuminated signs

All applications must be accompanied by the information detailed in the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35, 26 and 37 Please note: In addition to the requirements detailed at page 48 the elevations should show the following information; The size of all lettering and symbols The extent of illuminated areas Details of the design and location of the source of any illumination

23 PART 1G APPLICATIONS AFFECTING THE SETTING OF A LISTED BUILDING AND APPLICATIONS FOR LISTED BUILDING CONSENT All applications affecting the setting of a listed building or requiring listed building consent must be accompanied by the information detailed within the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings Certificate 35

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,36 and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38 Listed Building Appraisal 17 Archaeology Assessment 40 Design and Access Statement 42 Supporting Planning Statement 50

24 PART 1H CONSERVATION AREA AND/OR REQUIRING CONSERVATION AREA CONSENT

All applications affecting a conservation area or requiring conservation area consent must be accompanied by the information detailed within the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Completed Ownership Certificate 35

Completed Agricultural Holdings Certificate 35

Location Plan 35

Site plan 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Floor Plans 35 and 36

Existing and Proposed Elevations 35,36 and 37

Existing and Proposed site sections and 35,36 and 37 finished floor and site levels. Roof plan 35,36 and 38 Supporting Planning Statement .50 Note: The statement should include an assessment of the impact of the development on the character of the conservation area based on the relevant Area Character Appraisal produced by Thurrock Council Tree survey/Arboricultural .51 Demolition See part 1K at Page 30

25 PART 1I APPLICATIONS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVELOPMENTS

For "Prior Approval" applications under the GPDO and applications for planning permission for telecommunications development: -

1. Site location plan (minimum scale of 1:2500, which should show:  General location of the site within the area clearly outlined in red;  The position of any buildings within 100 metres of the site;  At least two public highways for reference, where feasible.

2. Site layout plan (minimum scale 1:500) which should show:-  The boundaries of the site;  The position of existing and proposed equipment, including all antennas and radio equipment housing as well as ownership by individual operator;  Any means of enclosure;  The position of any adjoining buildings and/or trees;  Any landscaping proposals;  The means of access.

3. A clear differentiation between existing and proposed equipment should be made. If this cannot be achieved, separate drawings showing existing and proposed should be submitted.

4. Elevations (minimum scale of 1:100) showing:  Details of height, width, materials and external appearance of the equipment and any radio equipment housing. Also any colour proposals.  Similar details of any structure and/or buildings to which the equipment will be attached;  Details of any equipment that is to be removed (if applicable);  Any adjacent buildings, trees, safety/security fencing or other telecommunications equipment.

 , access platforms and air conditioning plant. FOR EQUIPMENT ON BUILDINGS

5. Roof plan (to an appropriate scale, such as 1:100), which should show:-  The whole roof of the building; Details of existing and proposed equipment, including all antennas, radio equipment housing IN ALL CASES

26 OS base map to an appropriate scale (usually 1:25,000) showing the cell centre and existing sites within the cell and also the location of adjoining cells and sites.

OS base map to an appropriate scale (usually 1:50000 or 1:25000) highlighting all alternatives that have been considered. This should focus on existing masts and structures and include all alternatives detailed in Section 6 of the Supplementary Information Template at Annex F of the Code.

A signed declaration of conformity with the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection) public exposure guidelines. For the avoidance of doubt, the emissions from all mobile phone network operators' equipment on the site should be taken into account when determining compliance.

Applications for Planning Permission only (not GPDO "prior approval" submissions).

Should be accompanied by all the above information, plus:-

 Site details - name, reference and location of proposal with reference to address and National Grid Reference;  Site type (micro or macro);  Confirmation of whether the local authority's mast register and/or the industry site database was checked for suitable sites;  Details of annual rollout and pre-application discussions with the local authority;  Rating of the site under traffic Light Model (green, amber, red);  Details of consultation carried out under the Ten Commitments (if relevant);  Details of consultation carried out with the particular school or further education college (if relevant);  Details of consultation carried out with CAA/Secretary of State for Defence/Aerodrome operator (if relevant);  Area of search;  Details of the proposed structure including the type of structure and its dimensions, height of existing building and details of the size of the equipment housing and materials;  A statement explaining the reasons for the choice of design;  Technical information including the frequency, modulation characteristics, power output and height of the proposed antenna;  Technical justification - details about the purpose of the site and why the particular development is required;  Details of alternative sites rejected with a justification for rejecting them. This should including existing masts, structures and other buildings within the search area;

27  An explanation if no alternatives have been considered;  Any other relevant additional information;  Name and postal address of applicant and/or agent as well as their e-mail address, fax and telephone contact numbers.

Further information to be provided (where applicable)

Visual impact assessment - e.g. before and after photomontage of the mast, base station, fencing, landscaping and access and other relevant features. In areas of landscape importance, conservation areas, vicinity of listed buildings, SSSI's etc.

Acoustic report - where a proposed installation involves equipment that may generate noise (e.g. air conditioning equipment) or where it is situated close to residential buildings. A specification report from the equipment manufacturers may be sufficient to cover the need.

28 PART 1J APPLICATIONS FOR PRIOR NOTIFICATION OF AGRICULTURAL, HORTICULTURAL AND FORESTRY DEVELOPMENTS: PROPOSED BUILDING AND ROADS

All applications for prior notification of works must be accompanied by the information detailed within the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Scale plan (1:500) showing the site of 35 and 36 the proposed development Statement that a site notice has been displayed in accordance with the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) Order Evidence that the site is part of an established agricultural, horticultural or forestry enterprise

29 PART 1K APPLICATIONS FOR PRIOR NOTIFICATION: DEMOLITION

All applications for prior notification of demolition must be accompanied by the information detailed within the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Scale plan (1:100) showing the 35 and 36 structures to be demolished Statement that a site notice has been displayed in accordance with the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) Order Supporting statement 50 The statement should include a) Why demolition is required a) Measures for controlling dust and noise arising from the demolition b) Proposals for disposal of materials arising from the demolition c) Proposals for redevelopment of the site including timescales d) Ecology/Bio Diversity Report. See No 8A on page 43 e) Listed Building Appraisal. See No 17 on page 47 f) Tree Survey/arboriculture Report.See No 28 on page 51 g) Structural Survey

30 PART 1L APPLICATIONS FOR WORKS AFFECTING TREES: WORKS TO TREES SUBJECT TO A TREE PRESERVATION ORDER OR NOTIFICATION OF PROPOSED WORKS TO TREES IN CONSERVATION AREAS. All applications for works to trees must contain the information described in the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Location Plan 35

Site plan 35 and 36

Full and clear specifications of all the works to be carried out Statement of the reasons for the proposed Tree survey/arboricultural report 51

31 PART 1M APPLICATIONS FOR THE REMOVAL OF HEDGEROWS

All applications must contain the information described in the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Location Plan 35

Site plan 35 and 36

Evidence of the date of planting of the hedgerow Tree survey/arboricultural report 51 Ecology/Bio-diversity report 43

32 PART N APPLICATIONS FOR LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATES

All applications for lawful development certificates must contain the information described in the table below. Please use the right hand column as a checklist to confirm that all the correct information has been included with your application

INFORMATION REQUIRED CLARIFICATION √ See Page Completed application forms 35

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). 35

Location Plan 35 and 36

Site plan 35 and 36

Information to prove that the Evidence may be plans, development is lawful documents and photographs. Evidence needs to show that the development does not require planning permission either because of planning regulations specifically grant permission or exclude the works from the definition of development or because of the time that has elapsed since the development commenced. In the case of building or engineering 35 to 38 works, scale plans

33 PART 2 - GUIDE TO CONTENT OF PLANS AND DOCUMENTS

This part is divided in to two sections, which provide details of what information to include in plans and documents that must be submitted with applications.

2.1. Guide to forms, plans and certificates and information to be submitted with applications. Provides details of forms, plans and documents that must be submitted with all applications. This also includes links to application forms and information about fees.

2.2. Guide to content of additional plans and documents. Provides details of the additional information to be included in supporting documents. This includes links to other information that we hope will be helpful in preparing the documents

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2.1. GUIDE TO FORMS, PLANS AND CERTIFICATES AND INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATIONS.

This is information that will be required to be submitted with all applications submitted under the Town and Country Planning Act

Completed application forms Application forms may be downloaded from www.thurrock.gov.uk/forms applications can also be downloaded and submitted via the planning portal at www.planningportal.gov.uk. Applications may be submitted electronically or as hard paper copy, in all cases where applications are submitted as hard paper copy, the following number of sets will be required; a) 4 sets for householder applications b) 6 sets for all other applications Note: The Local Planning Authority may request additional sets where necessary to enable consultations to be completed.

Correct Fee (where one is necessary). The table of planning fees can be found on Thurrock Council’s web site via the following link; www.thurrock.gov.uk/planning/development/content.php?page=fees

Completed Ownership Certificate Ownership Certificates are included within the pack of application forms or to download from www.thurrock.gov.uk/forms or via the planning portal at www.planningportal.gov.uk

Completed Agricultural Holdings Certificate Certificates are included within the pack of application forms or to download from www.thurrock.gov.uk/forms or via the planning portal at www.planningportal.gov.uk

Plans If submitted as paper copy please provide; a) 4 sets for householder applications b) 6 sets for all other applications The Local Planning Authority may request additional sets where necessary to enable consultations to be completed. All plans must include in the following details; 35 a) Title identifying the location and description of the development. b) Unique plan number, revision number. Revised drawings should also include a summary of the revisions made. c) Plans must not state ‘do not scale’ because this means that no one can be sure of the scale and location of the proposed development. Location Plan In Addition to a), b), and c), the location plan should include; i. The plan must be based on an up to date map at scale 1:1250 or 1:2500. Other scales maybe accepted in exceptional circumstances, contact the Local planning Authority to discuss prior to submitting an application. ii. The plan should show the direction north iii. The plan should show at least 2 named roads and surrounding buildings. The properties shown should be named and/or numbered. iv. The application site should be outlined in red and should include all land required for the development including access to the highway and associated visibility splays. The outer edge of the red line should follow exactly the boundaries of the development site. v. All other land owned by the applicant close to or adjoining the development site should be outlined in blue. The outer edge of the blue line should follow exactly the boundaries of this other land. Site plan In Addition to a), b), and c), the site plan should include; i. The plan must be based on an up to date map at scale 1:500 or 1:200. Other scales maybe accepted in exceptional circumstances, contact the Local planning Authority to discuss prior to submitting an application. ii. The plan should accurately show the following;  The direction north  All existing buildings, identifying those to be retained and those to be removed as a result of the development.  The proposed development in relation to the site boundaries and other existing buildings on the site, written dimensions including those between the development and the site boundaries.  All buildings, roads, footpaths on adjoining land including access arrangements. Buildings on the application site and adjoining land should be identified by their name and number.

36  The species, position and spread of all trees within 12 metres of any proposed building works  The extent and type of hard surfacing  Boundary treatments including proposed walls and fences where this is proposed. Existing and Proposed Floor Plans In Addition to a), b), and c), the location plan should include; i. Scale 1:50 or 1:100. Other scales maybe accepted in exceptional circumstances, contact the Local planning Authority to discuss prior to submitting an application. ii. The plans should include;  Existing buildings and walls that are to be demolished  Existing buildings and walls to be retained  Proposed buildings in context with adjacent buildings (including property names and numbers). Existing and Proposed Elevations In Addition to a), b), and c), the location plan should include; i. Scale 1:50 or 1:100. Other scales maybe accepted in exceptional circumstances, contact the Local planning Authority to discuss prior to submitting an application. ii. The plans should include;  Plans of all existing and proposed elevations in relation to what is already on the site  All elevations must be shown including elevations that maybe obscured by other buildings and blank elevations.  Where a proposed elevation adjoins or is in close proximity to an adjoining building, the drawings should clearly show this relationship. New buildings should be shown in context with adjacent buildings, which should be identified, by name and number.  The plans must show the design including the placement of all windows and doors and architectural detailing. Where possible they should include details of materials and finishes. Existing and Proposed site sections and finished floor and site levels. In Addition to a), b), and c), the location plan should include;

37 i. Scale 1:50 or 1:100. Other scales maybe accepted in exceptional circumstances, contact the Local planning Authority to discuss prior to submitting an application. ii. For all development involving new buildings details must show how the proposed development relates to existing site levels and adjoining buildings (identified by name and number). The plans must show existing site levels and finished floor levels with levels related to a fixed datum point located off site. iii. In all cases where a proposal involves a change in ground levels, drawings should be submitted to show existing and proposed finished levels including details of foundations and eaves and how encroachment on to adjoining land is to be avoided. Roof plan In Addition to a), b), and c), the location plan should include; i. Title identifying the location and description of the development. Unique plan number, revision number. ii. Revised drawings should also include a summary of the revisions made. iii. Scale 1:50 or 1:100. Other scales maybe accepted in exceptional circumstances, contact the Local planning Authority to discuss prior to submitting an application. iv. Plans should show the shape of the proposed roof in relation to the existing and include details of materials and the location of any vents.

2. Outline Planning Applications Regulatory changes in 2006 require all applications for outline planning permission to contain the following information i. Use: The use or uses proposed for the development and any distinct development zones within the site identified. ii. Amount of development: The amount of development proposed for each use. (For retail developments this must be the gross retail floorspace expressed in square metres). iii. Indicative layout: An indicative layout with separate development zones proposed within the site boundary. iv. Scale parameters: An indication of the upper and lower limits for building heights, widths and lengths.

38 v. Indicative access points: An area or areas in which the access point or points to the site will be situated.

39 2.2. Guide to content of additional plans and documents. This section provides details of the additional information to be included in supporting documents. This includes links to other information that may be helpful in preparing the documents 1. Affordable housing statement The statement is to include; a) The number, mix, and location of affordable and market houses/flats. b) Description of the types of affordable tenure, including residential mix by tenure c) Justification for the proposed approach to providing affordable housing See Planning Policy Statement 3 ‘Housing’ at www.communities.gov.uk 2. Air Quality Assessment (Emissions to air) The assessment is to include; a) Assessment of existing air quality b) Identification of sources of emissions to air including processes and traffic to and from a site and vehicle movements on a site. c) Analysis of the nature and source of odours and emissions to air. d) Analysis of the impact of the emissions including definition of geographical area likely to be affected. e) Proposed mitigation measures. Details of how odours/emissions will be abated including details of extraction and filtration systems, changes in design and layout, travel plans Further information is available at

Development Control: Planning for Air Quality (NSCA) http://www.nsca.org.uk/assets/aq_dev_control_guidance.pdf

Planning Policy Statement 23: Planning and Pollution Control, available at: www.communities.gov.uk

Thurrock Air Quality Management Areas, details available at: www.thurrock.gov.uk/environment/pollution/content.php?page=air_quality_health

www.thurrock.gov.uk/environment/pollution/content.php?page=construction

40 ‘Development Control: Planning for Air Quality’ – Guidance from NSCA (National Society for Clean Air and Environmental Protection) on dealing with air quality concerns from the Development Control process. NCSA homepage http://www.nsca.org.uk/pages/index.cfm 3. Archaeology Assessment The need for an assessment will depend on the scale and nature of the development and the importance of the archaeology. A desk study may be sufficient, but where the development is likely to involve significant excavation and ground works trial excavations may be necessary subject to the approval of the Local planning Authority. A suitably qualified person must carry out all works and reports Further information is available at; www.unlockingessex.essex.gov.uk [email protected] Planning policy Guidance 15 ‘Planning and the Historic Environment’ and Planning Policy Guidance 12 ‘Archaeology and Planning which can be found at www.communities.gov.uk 4a) Assessment of impact on playing fields Plans to show; a) Extent of playing fields to be retained and lost b) Location of sport facilities summer and winter inc. pitches c) Siting of any alternative locations. If alternative provision is intended on other sites a location plan (and / or concurrent planning application) may also be necessary to identify this provision. d) Revised location of any pitches or other sports facilities within the site e) Location of any alternative provision, buildings to be removed or land to be re- instated within the site Written statement to include; a) Reason for development b) Reason for location of proposed development c) Alternative locations considered d) A reasoned justification under Planning Policy Guidance Note 17 paragraph 15 to state why in the applicant’s opinion development affecting a playing field should be allowed. e) Details of the actions taken on behalf of the applicant to comply with the advice in paragraph 10 of Planning Policy Guidance Note 17 where development affects open space, sport and recreation facilities.

41 f) History of development proposal and playing field including use of the site e.g. when and who by including any community use of a school site. g) Area in hectares of playing field land to be lost h) Area in hectares of any replacement playing field land i) Information on any assessment considered to support a view that the open space, sports and recreation facilities affected by the development are surplus to requirements With respect to developments of new housing or employment sites a statement assessing the sports and recreation needs of the new development and how these are to be accommodated Developments proposals including the like for like replacement of playing fields and sports facilities and new sports facilities, details are needed to compare the quality, accessibility to users and management arrangements including; a) Details of the existing or last sports use of the facility affected e.g. what clubs/teams use it, how often it is used, when it was last used for sport etc b) Reason for any existing facility no longer being used for sport (if applicable) c) Details of any proposals for replacement facility provision including details of quantity, quality, location, management arrangements and timing. d) Details of the potential sports development benefits that it would offer; e) Details of any community consultation undertaken before application submitted e.g. with local authority (leisure), sports clubs, National Governing Bodies etc; f) What assessments if any have been undertaken on the impact of the facility being developed in terms of meeting community sports needs; g) Where space used for water sports is affected, details of how the proposed development would restrict the current use of the water for the sports is identified See also Planning Policy Guidance 17 ‘Planning for Open Space, Sport and Recreation at www.communities.gov.uk 4b) Assessment of impact on playing fields: Local Authority development Information to demonstrate that a new facility will be of sufficient benefit to the development of sport to outweigh the loss of an existing playing field including: a) How the development fits with the Authorities  Asset Management Plan  Strategic School Organisation Plan  Overall plan for sports provision at its schools

42  Playing pitch strategy / Green Spaces Strategy b) Details of the existing and proposed management and maintenance of the sports facilities c) Details of Community Use and Sports Development. Is there an existing or proposed Community Use Agreement or Sports Development Plan? d) Evidence of support from potential users i.e. teams organisations, clubs e) A Business Plan including financial background, sources of funding etc. details of "sinking fund" for major maintenance items e.g. STP f) Suggestions for planning conditions g) Details of existing and proposed changing facilities h) Technical details including surfacing, fencing, floodlighting, access i) Details of the proposed sports, including the level they are to be played See also Planning Policy Guidance 17 ‘Planning for Open Space, Sport and Recreation at www.communities.gov.uk 5. Design and Access Statement Design and Access Statements will be required for applications for both outline and detailed planning permission. There will, however be no requirement for a statement for: a) Applications for the change of use of land or buildings where there is no operational development b) Engineering and mining operations c) Development within the curtilage of a single dwelling house (Outside of conservation areas and Sites of Special Scientific Interest). d) Applications for advertisement Consent e) Tree Preservation Order applications The level of detail required in a Design and Access Statement will depend on the scale and complexity of the proposed development. A Design and Access Statement should include the following; a) Site and sustainability analysis: Assessing the site and considering the environmental, economic and social characteristics of the site and implications of the development. b) An explanation of the design principles applicable to the development proposal c) Identification and explanation of the internal and external access principles applicable to the development proposal

43 d) Measures to design out crime and create safer places (Refer to ‘Safer Places The Planning System and Crime Prevention’ e) Evaluation of design and access options and a justification for choosing the design subject of the application. f) Consideration of proposals to change site levels.

g) Applications for listed building consent, the Design and Access Statement should also address; i. The special architectural or historic interest of the building; ii. The particular physical features of the building that justify its designation as a listed building; and iii. The setting of the building. Further information on Design and access statements is contained in Government Circular 01/06 which can be viewed at www.communities.gov.uk. The Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) has produced a booklet titled ‘Design and Access Statements-How to Write, Read and Use Them, this can be viewed at www.cabe.org.uk. The regulatory requirements are contained in article 4C of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order.

6. Draft Planning obligations Contributions may include education, primary care, community facilities and sports facilities, off site highways works Provisions may also be require for other matters arising e.g. Travel plan, Energy efficiency, provision and management of open spaces etc

7. Draft Travel Plan Detail the way in which the transport implications of the development are to be managed to ensure minimal environmental, social and economic impacts. The draft travel plan should show how the development will reduce reliance on the car for travelling and how it will promote journeys by public transport, bicycle and foot

8a) Ecology/Bio Diversity and geology: Impact assessment The assessment is to include;

44 a) Plans indicating any significant wildlife habitats or features including SSSI’s, RAMSAR site, Local Wildlife Site, Waterways, Water Bodies, agricultural sites, and the location of habitats for protected species. b) Site description to include habitat descriptions: vegetation, trees, hedgerows, woodlands, and water features, details of geological features. c) Biodiversity/Ecology or Species surveys carried out at an appropriate time of year by suitably qualified and experienced persons and Geology Reports as necessary carried out by qualified persons. d) Assessment of impact of development proposals on ecology plus proposals for mitigation. Identification of opportunities for habitat creation to be included as part of development and mechanism for inclusion of geology and/or bio diversity interest within the development, including long-term management proposals and mechanism for delivery. e) Refer to Planning Policy Statement 9 ‘Biodiversity and Geological Conservation’ and PPS9 ‘A Good Practice Guide’ which provide full details of the approach and contents of reports and can be found at www.communities.gov.uk

8b) Ecology/Bio Diversity and Geology: Opportunities A Statement assessing biodiversity opportunities within the development site and how habitat creation and on-going management is to be incorporated into the proposal.

9. Energy Statement The statement is to include predicted energy demand of the development and detail the extent to which the proposal will meet current energy efficiency standards and maximise the use of sustainable and/or renewable resources. This may alternatively be included in a sustainability appraisal

10. Environment Statement An Environmental Impact Assessment will be required for developments over a certain size where the development would impact on a sensitive environment or where there are significant impacts on the local environment. Guidance can be found at:

45 Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 1999,SI 1999 No 293 which can be viewed at www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si1999/19990293.htm Circular 02/99: Environmental Impact Assessment, which can be viewed at www.communities.gov.uk

11. Flood Risk Assessment The Environment Agency has produced standing advice to assist Local Planning Authorities make decisions on low risk planning applications where, whilst flood risk is an issue, there is no need to consult the Environment Agency directly for a bespoke response. The standing advice also sets out those higher risk developments on which the Environment Agency are a statutory consultee on development and flood risk where the Environment Agency need to be consulted directly by Local Planning Authorities. The standing advice also provides advice for applicants and agents on the requirements for flood risk assessment (FRA) for both low and higher risk developments. This advice is set out in Planning Policy Statement 25 ‘Development and Flood Risk and the companion guide. Both documents can be seen at www.communities.gov.uk

Further information is available at; http://floodrisk.tgessex.co.uk http://www.pipernetworking.com/floodrisk/index.html

12. Foul Sewerage Statement Assessment of type and quantities of waste or effluent and the means of disposal

13. Green Grid/Open spaces assessment The assessment should; a) Demonstrate understanding of Thurrock’s Green grid strategy including the open space standards b) Identify the open space deficiencies, biodiversity interest and green infrastructure opportunities for both the site and its locality c) Demonstrate how the development will help deliver against these deficiencies and thereby contribute to the Thurrock Green grid. d) If no quantitative deficiencies exist in the area, demonstrate how the

46 scheme can help deliver qualitative or accessibility benefits to existing open space either on or off site. e) Demonstrate how the community and local stakeholders have been engaged in these proposals f) Demonstrate how any open space, biodiversity or green infrastructure provision will be maintained and managed

For development on or near to existing open space, the assessment should also demonstrate how the scheme;

a) avoids any erosion of recreational function and maintain or enhance the character of open spaces; b) ensures that the open space does not suffer from increased overlooking, traffic flows or other encroachment c) protects and enhance those parts of the rights of way network that might benefit open space; and d) Considers the impact on biodiversity and nature conservation.

The Thurrock Council Green Grid Strategy can be viewed at; www.thurrock.gov.uk/countryside/greengrid

14. Impact Assessment and sequential test (PPS6) The assessment is to consider; a) Define the need for the development b) Justify the scale of the development c) Justify the location of the development in terms of the retail hierarchy and accessibility d) Demonstrate that there are no unacceptable impacts on existing centres e) Demonstrate that locations are accessible f) Include a sequential test of site as required by PPS6 See Planning Policy Statement 6 ‘Planning for Town Centres at www.communities.gov.uk

15. Land contamination and ground water pollution Preliminary risk assessment and desk study to include; a) Details of previous uses and potential contaminants

47 b) Walk over reconnaissance c) Conceptual modal identifying potential pollutant sources, pathways and receptors as a basis for assessing risks and options for remediation d) Intrusive survey where other studies indicate this is necessary. See Planning Policy Statement 23: Planning and Pollution Control, which can be seen at www.communities.gov.uk Further information is contained in; Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination, CLR 11’ which can be found at www.environment- agency.gov.uk/commondata/104985/model_procedures_881473.pdf 'Essex Contaminated Land Consortium’s Land Affected by Contamination: Technical Guidance for Applicants and Developers'.

16. Landscape assessment, evaluation and options Demonstrate understanding of the site and its landscape context, including: a) Physical constraints, b) Local landscape or urban character c) Existing and past land-use d) Landscape patterns and features e) Access and links f) Historic environment factors or features and cultural associations, g) Nature of boundaries h) Views in and out and within the site i) Relationship of the site to the Green grid network Evaluation of landscape design opportunities and constraints, including management issues Design and management options For further guidance see http://www.landscapeinstitute.org/journal_and_publications/publication_shop/categ ories/li_publications/

17. Listed building appraisal The scope of the appraisal required will depend on the nature and scale of the works proposed. Generally this is likely to include; a) Non-intrusive study of the condition of the existing structure. b) Schedule of works c) Details of materials d) Principles of and justification for proposals 48 e) Assessment of the impact of the proposed works on the special character of the listed building, including its setting f) Detailed plans at an appropriate scale showing all physical works involving removal of or fixing to built fabric, which is of historic or architectural interest. See Planning Policy Guidance 15 ‘Planning and the Historic Environment’ found at www.communities.gov.uk Thurrock Councils Listed Buildings Officer should be contacted on?? for further advice.

18. Lighting schemes a) Details of rationale for development e.g. proposed benefits of floodlighting the facility; b) Details of existing and proposed hours of use; c) Technical details e.g. luminance levels in lux, lux diagrams showing distribution of light. Comparison with existing lighting levels, including vertical light distribution at the elevations or rear garden boundaries of residential properties. d) Assessment of impact of proposed lighting on residential amenity and local environment Further information is available at; www.thurrock.gov.uk/environment/pollution/content.php?page=light

19. Noise Impact report The report should include; a) Measurement of existing noise levels using appropriate method for measurement. b) Assessment of noise impact of the proposed development or the impact on the proposed development of the existing noise environment. Where ever possible assessment should be based on physical measurement rather than predictive modelling. Where ever possible noise emissions from proposed plant and machinery should be confirmed by reliable manufacturers data or by undertaking measurements of similar existing facilities rather than relying on assumed noise emissions c) Mitigation measures (E.g. Design, construction, layout, travel plan) d) Assessment methods should conform to relevant British Standards and established good best practice. The following British Standards may apply;

49 BS8233: 1999 Sound Insulation and noise reduction for buildings-code of practice. BS4142: 1997 Method for rating Industrial Noise affecting mixed residential and industrial areas. BS4728: Noise and vibration control on construction and open sites Thurrock Major Construction Works Guidance can be found at; www.thurrock.gov.uk/environment/pollution/content.php?page=construction_bestp ractice

Minerals Planning Guidance MPG11 is used to assess noise from minerals workings also refer to Planning Policy Statement 24 ‘Planning and Noise’. Both these documents can be found at www.communities.gov

World Health Organization document titled ‘Guidelines for Community Noise’ which can be found at; www.who.int/docstore/peh/noise/guidelines2.html

20Public Rights of Way Assessment The number of the right of way affected by the development Description of the affect the development would have on the right of way Details of measures to mitigate the impact of the development Details of proposals to enhance the public right of way network

21. Refuse and recycling storage and collection Plans and statements to show how adequate and accessible provision will be made for storage and collection of waste and recyclable material

22. Safer Routes to school assessment a) Identify the location of schools and routes between the development site and the schools. b) Analyse the safety of the routes c) Proposals to address any problems identified

23. Sports facility Impact Assessment a) Assessment of the impact of the development on sports facilities. b) Analysis of the impact of the development on provision for sports and playing fields.

50 c) Definition of shortfalls arising as a consequence of the development. d) Proposals for outdoor and indoor sports facility provision. Where on-site provision is proposed details of the quantity (and the methodology used to calculate), the quality (where playing fields are proposed, an assessment of ground conditions which identifies the mitigation measures proposed to create good quality facilities), the design (an indicative layout of pitches and ancillary facilities), the location (justification for the proposed siting within the development), phasing (timescales for implementing facilities), and management (management and maintenance details). Where off-site facilities are proposed or financial contributions are proposed in lieu of direct provision, similar details to justify such off site provision. See also Planning Policy Guidance 17 ‘Planning for Open Space, Sport and Recreation at www.communities.gov.uk

24. Sports needs assessment a) Needs Assessment – explanation of rationale for development together with details of strategic and local need b) Details of sports development benefits offered by proposed facility; c) For new playing fields, an assessment of ground conditions and proposed measures for addressing any constraints identified by such assessments; d) Details of any community consultation undertaken before application submitted e.g. with local authority (leisure), sports clubs, National Governing Bodies etc See also Planning Policy Guidance 17 ‘Planning for Open Space, Sport and Recreation at www.communities.gov.uk

25. Supporting Planning Statement A statement detailing a) Description of the development. b) Details relevant national, regional and local planning policies. c) Statement of how the development accords with national, regional and local policies; the development plan and/or an adopted development brief or master plan d) Justification for development contrary to these policies e) Details of consultations with the Local Planning Authority and the local community

51 26. Sustainability Statement a) Social, economic and environmental impact of the development. b) Statement of how the development will meet sustainability criteria including energy efficiency, use of water, grey water management, recycling of waste, ecology, landscaping, transport including proximity to services facilities and means of transport other than the car. Further information relating to sustainable construction can be found at; www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/code_for_sust_homes.pdf and www.breeam.org

27. Transport Assessment a) Existing vehicular and pedestrian movements to and from the site b) Proposed vehicular and pedestrian movements to and from the site c) Details of vehicle manoeuvring, servicing and parking areas d) Description and analysis of existing transport conditions e) Analysis of the impact of the development on transport conditions. f) Measures to overcome problems identified as arising as a consequence of the development proposals. Circular 02/2007 ‘Planning and the Strategic Road Network’ sets out revised policy for the Highways Agency’s role within the national spatial planning system and describes how the Agency will participate at all stages in the planning process. http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/regional/strategy/policy/circular207planningandstrategic Guidance on Transport Assessment (published jointly with the Department for Communities and Local Government) gives advice on the content and preparation of a transport assessment for submission with a planning application. http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/regional/transportassessments/guidanceonta Also see Planning Policy Guidance 13 ‘Transport’ at www.communities.gov

28. Tree survey, arboriculture report This would comprise a plan with the trees and their canopies plotted accurately, a schedule of the species and condition of each tree, with recommendations for work if appropriate, and a plan identifying trees to be felled together with a justification for the works. A statement of measures to protect retained trees during works should be submitted. Where there are trees on a development site the report should be based on BS5837: 2005

52 An engineers report will be required where works to trees are proposed for reasons relating to suspected subsidence or structural damage to property by trees. The report should evidence the suspected damage and justify the proposed works. 29. Utilities statement a) Identify locations of utilities include electricity, gas, telecommunications, and water supply including foul and surface water drainage. b) Plans showing proposed locations of utilities. How development will connect to utility infrastructure c) Statement justifying proposed locations d) Statement to demonstrate that the development will not result in excess pressure on utilities. Where lack of capacity is identified, details of measures for addressing shortfalls must be provided.

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