Validation Checklists - Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

LOCAL REQUIREMENTSIn accordance with National and Local Planning PolicyAdditional information may also be required by the Council prior to the validation of theapplication depending on the nature and type of application or the nature of the character of thearea within which the application site is located. Applicants or agents are advised to seek adviceon the need for such additional information with the local planning authority at the pre-submissionstage. Such information could include:L1DETAILS OF ANY PRE-APPLICATION DISCUSSIONSWe would encourage prospective applicants to discuss their proposals with us before they submittheir applications. Such pre-application discussions will ensure that the application has the bestchance of success and that the information required is identified at the outset thus speeding upthe decision making process.Details of any pre application meeting should be included with any subsequent application.Full details of this service can be found under ‘pre application advice’ on the planning pages ofthe Council’s web site at: www.blackburn.gov.ukContact: The Duty Officer (Tel 01254 585960) or planning@blackburn.gov.ukL2STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTRequired for:• major applications• wind turbine applicationsThe statement should set out how the applicant has complied with the requirements for preapplicationconsultation as set out in the Local Planning Authority’s adopted Statement ofCommunity Involvement and should demonstrate that the views of the local community havebeen sought and taken into account in formulating the development proposals.Refer to:• Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council: Statement of Community InvolvementContact planning@blackburn.gov.uk14