Find below a message posted recently by Lawrence Marshall. I have moved it to the more current thread to maintain some continuity.
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I've pasted in below a copy of some information regarding the format of planning applications, where and when to view them and how to make representations regarding them.
This information and more is available at
www.edinburgh.gov.uk/planning
My guess is that the outline planning application for a supermarket on the former Scottish Power site will appear on the Weekly Planning List either this week or next.
The Head of Planning's e-mail address is
alan.henderson@edinburgh.gov.uk
I understand that it's perfectly in order to make representations by e-mail to this address. It's always a good idea to quote the application number when doing so. Hence, it would probably be best to wait until this application is officially published before making representations.
When I know the number myself, I'll post it on this site. But please note that I'm away on holiday from Thursday 21st to Thursday 28th August.
Councillor Lawrence Marshall
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You can inspect the application forms, plans, and other documents submitted, at the enquiry office, address below - 1 Cockburn Street.
The enquiry counter is open from:
8.30 - 4.30 Monday and Tuesday
9.00 - 4.30 Wednesday
8.30 - 6.00 Thursday
8.30 - 3.30 Friday
The Valid Planning Applications List Format
The Valid Planning Applications List is formatted to show as much information about the registered applications as possible. Below is a description of the information included in the List:
this means...
Constraints
a list of the key planning considerations which will affect the determination of the application:
if it is in a conservation area
if it is a statutory listed building
Application Number a unique sequential reference number for the application. The suffix defines the type of application, e.g. FUL= detailed planning permission, etc. (See list below)
Proposed Development and Address a description of what the applicant is proposing to do and the address where they are proposing to do it
Agent’s Name and Address The name of the company/person acting on behalf of the applicant proposing to carry out the development and their mailing address
Applicants Name and Address the name of the individual(s) proposing to carry out the development and their mailing address
Potential Method of Decision Whether the council anticipates that the application could be determined using Delegated Powers, or whether it is clear that it will have to be presented to the weekly Development Quality Sub-Committee for determination
Date Registered and Advertised the date that the application was registered as valid by the Council. The 21 day period for making representations starts with this day. Where applicable, the date the application is to be advertised is also shown. The period for representation is extended to 21 days following the date of advertisement
Officer and ‘Phone No. the name and telephone number of the Council Planning Officer assigned to assess the application and draft a recommendation
Types of Planning Application
ADV – Advert Application CAC – Conservation Area Consent CAD – Certificate of Appropriate Alternative Development CLD – Certificate of Lawfulness of Development CLU – Certificate of Lawfulness of Use CON – Planning Consultation ELC – Consultation from East Lothian Council FUL – Full Planning Application GDT – Application by Government Department HSC – Hazardous Substances Consent LBC – Listed Building Consent MLC – Consultation from Midlothian Council OPA – Consultation by Planning Authority outwith the Lothians OUT – Outline Application REM – Approval of Reserved Matters STU – Application by Statutory Undertaker WLC – Consultation by West Lothian Council
Making Representations
If there is something about the proposal to which you object or wish to make comment, then you should make your representations in writing, signing and dating the letter, and clearly stating the grounds on which the objection/representation is made (see below). Objections/representations must be received by the Head of Planning within 21 days of the date of registration, or advertisement in the press, whichever is the later. The representations should be sent to:
Head of Planning, City Development Department, Planning, 1 Cockburn Street, PO Box 12473, EDINBURGH, EH1 1ZJ.
or fax them to the same address on: (0131) 529 7478.
Assistance in understanding proposals and plans submitted, and the relevant planning policies, will be available through the Planning Help Desk for people wishing to make comments. We cannot, however, provide people with grounds for objection.
Material Considerations
The Council can only consider representations made on valid planning grounds. These are called “material considerationsâ€Â
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