Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 4, 2026

Purpose: To provide an update the clear list of required documents and plans required to validate a planning application

Content: RESOLVED that:- (a)           The Local Validation Checklist be adopted; and (b)           Minor variations to the Validation Checklist are delegated to the Director of Planning and Transport in consultation with the Head of Planning Operations and Head of Strategic Planning. Voting: Unanimous Portfolio Holder: Reason 1.      To put in place an up to date and enforceable local validation checklist to provide certainty for applicants and officers in the submission and processing of applications. 2.      To enable adaptations to the local validation checklist in light of changes in legislation/ policy and to remedy any unforeseen circumstances found during the operation of the checklist.