Where a decision has been taken by a local planning authority that you are not satisfied with, you are given the right to appeal to the Secretary of State under Section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.
The appeal process is a vital tool to ensure the balance between heritage and development is maintained, and listed buildings are protected for years to come. So, if your application has been refused, don’t give up hope – instead, consider an appeal as a means to achieve your goals. Ultimately, appeals exist to uphold fairness and justice in planning decisions, making them an essential course of action.
Heritage Unlimited can help with this process and provide statements concerning applications which relate to Heritage Assets. Our appeal statements address refusal reasons relating to heritage matters. This involves a comprehensive assessment of the site with consideration to the Heritage Assets and the impact therein of the proposed works.
Heritage Appeal Statements Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can raise an appeal?
A: Anyone can raise an appeal if you are not in agreement with the outcome of the decision made by the Planning Authority. This can come from the applicant if a decision to refuse their proposal was received, or opposition to an approved decision if other parties wish to challenge the outcome of the decision granted.
Q: How does the appeal process work?
A: To appeal a decision, you must complete a form which you can obtain from The Planning Inspectorate, Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Temple Quay, Bristol BS1 6PN or the Appeals area at www.planningportal.gov.uk
The Secretary of State need not consider an appeal if it seems to him that the Council have no option under planning legislation but to refuse permission or impose a particular condition, having regard to the statutory requirements to the provisions of any development order and to any directions given under a development order.
Q: How long does an appeal process take?
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