A full planning application seeks detailed planning permission for a development proposal, including all aspects of the design, layout, and landscaping. The process includes:
- Engagement: Similar to the outline process, developers engage with the LPA and community.
- Advice: The LPA provides detailed advice on the proposal and any specific requirements.
- Application Form: Completed with comprehensive details of the proposed development.
- Location Plan: Showing the site and its surrounding area.
- Site Layout Plan: Detailed plan showing the proposed layout of buildings, roads, and other features.
- Detailed Design Plans: Elevations, floor plans, and sections of proposed buildings.
- Supporting Documents: Planning statements, design and access statements, transport assessments, EIAs, and other necessary reports.
- Fee: Payment of the relevant application fee.
- Validation: The LPA checks that all required documents and fees have been submitted.
- Registration: The application is entered into the planning register and a case officer is assigned.
- Notification: Neighbours, statutory consultees, and the public are notified and invited to comment.
- Consultation Period: Typically lasts for 21 days.
- Assessment: The LPA assesses the application against local and national planning policies, considering all detailed aspects.
- Recommendation: The case officer prepares a detailed report with a recommendation for approval or refusal.
- Delegated Authority or Planning Committee: The decision is made by the LPA’s planning committee or under delegated authority by planning officers.
- Full Planning Permission: If granted, allows development to proceed with all details approved. Conditions may still be attached.