Our present validation guidance was approved in 2008.  We are in the process of revising that guidance to take account of more recent events/guidance.  In addition we are consulting on a shortened validation guidance specifically for householder development.

The main changes incorporated in the revised guidance relate to:

- the publication of PPS5 Planning for the Historic Environment (see Heritage Asset – Statement of Significance);

- requirements in respect of the Cannock Chase Special Area of Conservation (see Cannock Chase Special Area of Conservation (SAC));

- revised standing advice from the Coal Authority (see Coal Mining Risk Assessment);

- additional requirements for ecological surveys (see Biodiversity Survey and Report).

In accordance with the recommended process for determining information requirements for planning applications, I am consulting statutory consultees, parish councils, relevant voluntary and community groups, and agents.  The time period for consultation is 8 weeks.  All of the comments received as a result on the consultation process will be reviewed and the matter will be reported back to Regulatory Committee for formal resolution and adoption.

PDF Document: Revised Validation Guidance (0.99MB)

PDF Document: Revised Validation Guidance to Householders (467KB)

Word document: Response Form (543KB)