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From
Roger Wood
Date advice given
13 December 2012
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Who can decide if a new planning application is a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project?

Advice given

It is the responsibility of the developer to determine whether a project is a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project or not. The Planning Inspectorate does not have the power to force a developer to apply under the Planning Act 2008. However, if a developer happened to seek permission under the wrong legislation, there would be serious consequences for the planning permission. The Planning Inspectorate can not provide the developer or any other party with a definitive answer as to whether a project is a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project or not.