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This list is a record of general advice provided by the Planning Inspectorate. We publish this to comply with the 2008 Planning Act.

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  • View advice to BNP Paribas

    Further to the IPC's advice sent on 12 March 2012, on behalf of their client the Royal Mail Group, BNP Paribas requested the IPC confirm all Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) curr... Read more

    Enquiry from: BNP Paribas
    Date advice given: 14 March 2012

  • View advice to Network Rail

    enquiring as to acquiring a strip of land adjacent to an existing rail depot, with the intention of laying a new siding of around 250m in length. Would such a scheme require to be submitted to the ... Read more

    Enquiry from: Network Rail
    Date advice given: 13 March 2012

  • View advice to BNP Paribas

    BNP Paribas, on behalf of their client Royal Mail, telephoned the IPC to ask for clarification about the application stage of each Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project as listed on the IPC we... Read more

    Enquiry from: BNP Paribas
    Date advice given: 12 March 2012

  • View advice to Robert Palgrave

    Will a conversion of an existing coal power station, greater than 50MW, to a biomass power station, require IPC permission and an Environmental Impact Assessment?

    Enquiry from: Robert Palgrave
    Date advice given: 2 March 2012

  • View meeting with Maritime and Coastguard Agency

    Update meeting with MCA and Trinity House

    Meeting with: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
    Date of meeting: 1 March 2012

  • View advice to Christopher Smith

    Query related to whether or not powers to compulsorily acquire were available within a development consent order (DCO).

    Enquiry from: Christopher Smith
    Date advice given: 22 February 2012

  • View advice to BNP Paribas (for Royal Mail)

    On behalf of their client, BNP Paribas enquired as to whether Royal Mail should be consulted by developers in all cases during pre-application procedures and asked if the IPC considers the cumulative ... Read more

    Enquiry from: BNP Paribas (for Royal Mail)
    Date advice given: 16 February 2012

  • View advice to Owain Jones

    Mr Jones called to ask about associated development, whether or not it could include landscaping, and whether or not the situation is different in Wales. He also asked whether or not the IPC was indep... Read more

    Enquiry from: Owain Jones
    Date advice given: 16 February 2012

  • View meeting with Rijkswaterstaat North Sea

    To explain the IPC process to the Rijkswaterstaat North Sea (Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Environment).

    Meeting with: Rijkswaterstaat North Sea
    Date of meeting: 15 February 2012

  • View meeting with Environment Agency

    See meeting note attached

    Meeting with: Environment Agency
    Date of meeting: 13 February 2012

  • View meeting with Renewable UK

    To respond to questions to assist RenewableUK in their Streamlining Consents Project.

    Meeting with: Renewable UK
    Date of meeting: 2 February 2012

  • View meeting with Powys CC, Welsh Office, DECC, Welsh Government

    Meeting to discuss issues relevant to the efficient and timely processing of applications to different authorities relating to proposed energy infrastructure projects in Powys, and to consider any app... Read more

    Meeting with: Powys CC, Welsh Office, DECC, Welsh Government
    Date of meeting: 1 February 2012

  • View advice to Denise Carlo

    1. Whether the IPC is the appropriate authority to hold the public inquiry into the draft Slip and Side Road Orders for major alterations to a junction on the trunk road network? Although Broadband Ga... Read more

    Enquiry from: Denise Carlo
    Date advice given: 31 January 2012

  • View advice to ESBI Investments

    Query regarding S.47 consultation with the LPA on the SOCC as to what requirement there is to submit Preliminary Environmental information as part of the 28 day consultation. Enquirer expects that ... Read more

    Enquiry from: ESBI Investments
    Date advice given: 26 January 2012

  • View meeting with Friends of the Earth

    Meeting between Sir Michael Pitt, Ian Gambles and Friends of the Earth. Refer to meeting note.

    Meeting with: Friends of the Earth
    Date of meeting: 24 January 2012

  • View advice to Central Bedfordshire Council

    The Council is preparing package of measures to deliver various road schemes as part of the A5-M1 link. See the attached plans. The schemes will connect to the Highways Agency Network (the M1) an... Read more

    Enquiry from: Central Bedfordshire Council
    Date advice given: 24 January 2012

  • View advice to GHD Geotechnics

    Ms Sarif requested direction to examples of initiatives applied to residential developments in either greenfield or urban renewal sites on the IPC website.

    Enquiry from: GHD Geotechnics
    Date advice given: 24 January 2012

  • View advice to Biofuelwatch

    The caller referred to Uskmouth Power Station, querying whether any future proposal for conversion would be examined by the IPC.

    Enquiry from: Biofuelwatch
    Date advice given: 23 January 2012

  • View meeting with Natural England Natural England

    Note of a meeting held between IPC and Natural England to follow up on the regular meetings previously attended by Simon Butler and to introduce new representatives.

    Meeting with: Natural England Natural England
    Date of meeting: 19 January 2012

  • View advice to Karen Maddock-Jones

    Please can you clarify who will be responsible for discharging water related requirements attached to a DCO? For example in the case of the Severn Estuary will it be the relevant local authority, the... Read more

    Enquiry from: Karen Maddock-Jones
    Date advice given: 18 January 2012

  • View meeting with London Luton Airport Ltd

    Meeting to discuss the IPC processes and the implications of changes to the Planning Act 2008 as a result of the Localism Bill.

    Meeting with: London Luton Airport Ltd
    Date of meeting: 12 January 2012

  • View advice to OFGEM

    OFGEM enquired whether they are under any statutory obligation to respond to pre-application consultation carried out by developers for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) under Sec... Read more

    Enquiry from: OFGEM
    Date advice given: 9 January 2012

  • View advice to Dalton Warner Davis LLP

    I should be grateful if you could advise whether it is possible for a proposer (in this case a limited company) of a new NSIP qualifying project to notify the IPC of an emerging DCO application (under... Read more

    Enquiry from: Dalton Warner Davis LLP
    Date advice given: 4 January 2012

  • View advice to South Derbyshire District Counci

    Further to our conversation earlier this morning I'd be grateful for clarification on the matters to which the decision-maker must have regard - specifically whether an adopted Development Plan (i.e. ... Read more

    Enquiry from: South Derbyshire District Counci
    Date advice given: 28 December 2011

  • View advice to Angus Walker

    Query regarding Bob Neill's letter of 28 November about proposed changes to applications after submission to the IPC

    Enquiry from: Angus Walker
    Date advice given: 21 December 2011

  • View advice to Environment Agency

    The Enviroment Agency is looking to progress the implementation of the Lower Thames Risk Management Strategy through various linked flood defence schemes and is looking into whether this can be done t... Read more

    Enquiry from: Environment Agency
    Date advice given: 14 December 2011

  • View advice to Matthew Smedley

    Caller wished to confirm various statutory timescales

    Enquiry from: Matthew Smedley
    Date advice given: 14 December 2011

  • View meeting with Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC)

    Meeting to discuss the role of the IPC and the role of the Office for Renewable Energy Deployment team

    Meeting with: Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC)
    Date of meeting: 13 December 2011

  • View advice to Waite and Co

    Mr Waite called to confirm that electrical line applications which fall under the definition of a nationally significant infrastructure project will continue to require development consent under the 2... Read more

    Enquiry from: Waite and Co
    Date advice given: 12 December 2011

  • View advice to Pinsent Masons LLP

    The IPC’s advice is requested regarding the interpretation of its advice in Advice Note Fifteen: Advice digest (October 2011) (“AN15”). The relevant advice relates to the timing of the production of,... Read more

    Enquiry from: Pinsent Masons LLP
    Date advice given: 12 December 2011

  • View advice to English Heritage

    How will the IPC consider cumulative impacts?

    Enquiry from: English Heritage
    Date advice given: 8 December 2011

  • View advice to Geoffrey Whitelegg

    Following a referral from the Highways Agency to the Infrastructure Planning Commission concerning planned changes to the M60 Junction 11 and other sites close by on the A57, I consulted the IPC websi... Read more

    Enquiry from: Geoffrey Whitelegg
    Date advice given: 7 December 2011

  • View advice to Emilia Hanna

    What I am concerned with is what the duties are on the local authorities in respect of them taking on board representations from their electorate. Surely they are obliged to form their opinion based i... Read more

    Enquiry from: Emilia Hanna
    Date advice given: 7 December 2011

  • View advice to Tracy Merritt

    Would a new application for a Development Consent Order be required for amendments to a consent made under the Electricity Act? Does a Development Consent Order benefit only the applicant or is it tie... Read more

    Enquiry from: Tracy Merritt
    Date advice given: 2 December 2011

  • View advice to DLA Piper UK LLP

    DLA Piper UK LLP requested advice from the IPC as to whether or not possible changes to a Transport and Works Act Order would require Development Consent in accordance with the Planning Act 2008.

    Enquiry from: DLA Piper UK LLP
    Date advice given: 1 December 2011

  • View meeting with Offshore Consenting Forum .

    Meeting held on 01 December 2011 to discuss environmental and other issues related to proposed marine projects under the Planning Act 2008 regime with key statutory consultees / consenting bodies.

    Meeting with: Offshore Consenting Forum .
    Date of meeting: 1 December 2011

  • View meeting with INEOS

    Meeting to discuss the IPC processes generally, and the implications of changes to the Planning Act 2008 as a result of the Localism Act 2011.

    Meeting with: INEOS
    Date of meeting: 1 December 2011

  • View advice to David Hodcroft

    In regards to consultation with local authorities in Greater Manchester; how do you account for the inclusion / exclusion of some of the authorities in Greater Manchester. For example, the Walney Exte... Read more

    Enquiry from: David Hodcroft
    Date advice given: 30 November 2011

  • View advice to Sirius Minerals

    Richard Hunt of Sirius Minerals requested further information on the construction of a consultation list required as per Section 42 of the Planning Act 2008.

    Enquiry from: Sirius Minerals
    Date advice given: 28 November 2011

  • View advice to David Hodcroft

    Do you know when the 2009 Infrastructure planning regulations will be amended to reflect the Localism Act and what are the transitional arrangements for the prescribed consultees identified in schedul... Read more

    Enquiry from: David Hodcroft
    Date advice given: 25 November 2011

  • View advice to Centrica Thermal Projects Group

    Please can you confirm if the new name for the IPC is the National Infrastructure Directive

    Enquiry from: Centrica Thermal Projects Group
    Date advice given: 24 November 2011

  • View advice to David Hodcroft

    To whom it may concern, can you possibly help, I am trying to gather information on the number and type of applications to the IPC where Local Authorities in Greater Manchester have been consulted sin... Read more

    Enquiry from: David Hodcroft
    Date advice given: 22 November 2011

  • View advice to National Assembly for Wales

    I would be grateful if you would send me full details of the regulations and guidance in place relating to the public consultation that must be undertaken insofar as wind farms in Wales over 50mw are ... Read more

    Enquiry from: National Assembly for Wales
    Date advice given: 21 November 2011

  • View advice to BNP Paribas

    On behalf of their client Royal Mail, BNP Paribas telephoned the IPC, with a follow-up email, to enquire as to whether developers for seven projects in the South West of England and Wales, all current... Read more

    Enquiry from: BNP Paribas
    Date advice given: 18 November 2011

  • View advice to Hertfordshire County Council

    Mr Owen sought general information and advice on the IPC process and methods of involvement for Local Authorities.

    Enquiry from: Hertfordshire County Council
    Date advice given: 17 November 2011

  • View meeting with Helen Adlard

    See meeting note for further information.

    Meeting with: Helen Adlard
    Date of meeting: 17 November 2011

  • View advice to Jones Lang LaSalle

    The caller sought clarification on the timescales and transitional arrangements involved with the IPC’s integration to the Planning Inspectorate.

    Enquiry from: Jones Lang LaSalle
    Date advice given: 17 November 2011

  • View advice to South East England Councils

    What is the relationship between IPC’s s106 requirements and the work local authorities are doing on s106 and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) charging schedules?

    Enquiry from: South East England Councils
    Date advice given: 15 November 2011

  • View meeting with TWA Orders Unit, DfT

    Future working arrangments concerning draft development consent orders (DCO)

    Meeting with: TWA Orders Unit, DfT
    Date of meeting: 15 November 2011

  • View advice to Paul Crossland

    Mr Crossland called and requested details on the methods of involvement during the IPC process.

    Enquiry from: Paul Crossland
    Date advice given: 11 November 2011

  • View advice to Carmarthenshire County Council

    Query on the Examining Authority's ability to request further information during the examination of a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project.

    Enquiry from: Carmarthenshire County Council
    Date advice given: 11 November 2011

  • View advice to Andrew Mincett

    Did the Rochdale envelope concept still apply as they had heard this was no longer relevant, and was the IPC to update its advice note regarding the Rochdale Envelope

    Enquiry from: Andrew Mincett
    Date advice given: 11 November 2011

  • View advice to Chief Executive, Shape East

    Thank you for your previous advice on the role of The Design Council / CABE within the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) process. Can I please clarify the working patterns of th... Read more

    Enquiry from: Chief Executive, Shape East
    Date advice given: 10 November 2011

  • View meeting with South East England Councils

    Minutes of the all-member plenary meeting

    Meeting with: South East England Councils
    Date of meeting: 8 November 2011

  • View advice to Hyder Consulting

    I am particularly interested in understanding the process of decommissioning and how this might be dealt with within the context of an IPC DCO. From my reading of the regulations/guidance I can find n... Read more

    Enquiry from: Hyder Consulting
    Date advice given: 7 November 2011

  • View advice to David Purchon

    Mr Purchon raised questions in relation to IPC consent conditions and their enforcement; The IPC's role in controlling disturbance and nuisance during construction; and the issuing of abatement notice... Read more

    Enquiry from: David Purchon
    Date advice given: 4 November 2011

  • View advice to Eversheds

    Enquirer sought clarification on the transition from the pre-examination to the examination process. In particular, when can an applicant or interested party comment on representations already made... Read more

    Enquiry from: Eversheds
    Date advice given: 4 November 2011

  • View advice to South Derbyshire District

    A planning officer from South Derbyshire District Council contacted the IPC by telephone (with a follow up enquiry by email) asking whether a proposed application currently under discussion between th... Read more

    Enquiry from: South Derbyshire District
    Date advice given: 4 November 2011

  • View advice to Raginder Kular

    Are there any restrictions or rules governing the subsequent disposal of land acquired compulsorily as part of a development consent order (DCO)?

    Enquiry from: Raginder Kular
    Date advice given: 27 October 2011

  • View advice to Helius Energy PLC

    Email enquiry received regarding the Approach to Grid Connection Corridors as Associated Development.

    Enquiry from: Helius Energy PLC
    Date advice given: 27 October 2011

  • View advice to BNP Paribas

    The IPC was telephoned by BNP Paribas, to enquire about statutory timescales for the development consent process. Our response was by email.

    Enquiry from: BNP Paribas
    Date advice given: 27 October 2011

  • View advice to Jones Lang Lasalle

    Mr Winter queried as to whether a formal s.46 notification been received by the IPC for the Mid Wales Connection (SPEN)? and If a development for a transmission line has no end point can it be acce... Read more

    Enquiry from: Jones Lang Lasalle
    Date advice given: 17 October 2011

  • View meeting with Eduardo Goncalves

    The Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi was leading a small delegation to the UK in October on a fact-finding mission to learn about best practice by similar agencies.

    Meeting with: Eduardo Goncalves
    Date of meeting: 17 October 2011

  • View advice to Loraine Read

    The caller enquired into the detail of any thresholds set out in the Planning Act 2008 relevant to a new reservoir which would lead to the development constituting a Nationally Significant Infrastruct... Read more

    Enquiry from: Loraine Read
    Date advice given: 13 October 2011

  • View advice to P Fletcher

    Ms Fletcher requested general information on the IPC process.

    Enquiry from: P Fletcher
    Date advice given: 13 October 2011

  • View meeting with RSPB

    To discuss issues in respect of the IPC’s Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) procedures (as set out in the IPC's Guidance Notes and Advice Notes) that had been observed by RSPB.

    Meeting with: RSPB
    Date of meeting: 13 October 2011

  • View advice to Project Design Engineers Limited

    Hi I am wondering if anyone could provide me with details of the Scottish/Northern Irish and Southern Irish equivalents to the IPC (that covers Wales & Eng only). Is there anywhere on the site t... Read more

    Enquiry from: Project Design Engineers Limited
    Date advice given: 12 October 2011

  • View advice to RPS

    Mr Lyn Powell of RPS, Cardiff office, telephoned the IPC to enquire about the criteria for acceptance in reference to a future application. Our response was by telephone.

    Enquiry from: RPS
    Date advice given: 10 October 2011

  • View meeting with Copeland District Council

    Invitation by Copeland District Council for the IPC to attend an Outreach event to explain the IPC process and to participate in a Question and Answer plenary session.

    Meeting with: Copeland District Council
    Date of meeting: 30 September 2011

  • View advice to Michael Fletcher

    The caller requested confirmation of the capacity threshold for which an onshore generating station would require development consent under the 2008 Planning Act.

    Enquiry from: Michael Fletcher
    Date advice given: 28 September 2011

  • View advice to Natural England

    It would be useful for Natural England’s forward planning to view data regarding the pre-app stage of the process, so that we can estimate: 1. How long NSIP cases take between first encounter and... Read more

    Enquiry from: Natural England
    Date advice given: 27 September 2011

  • View advice to Chief Executive, Shape East

    What is the role of CABE / Design Council within the IPC process?

    Enquiry from: Chief Executive, Shape East
    Date advice given: 27 September 2011

  • View advice to Arup

    How would a potential applicant notify the IPC of a new project and What procedures need to be adhered to?

    Enquiry from: Arup
    Date advice given: 27 September 2011

  • View advice to NJL Consulting

    The revised Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2009 require developments modified or extended to be screened as a whole. If a wind farm currently has an output of ... Read more

    Enquiry from: NJL Consulting
    Date advice given: 26 September 2011

  • View meeting with Peel Energy

    Meeting to discuss the proposed Scout Moor wind farm extension

    Meeting with: Peel Energy
    Date of meeting: 23 September 2011

  • View advice to Northumberland County Council

    The enquiry relates to the proposed A1- South East Northumberland link road. Northumberland County Council wish to determine if the proposal is defined as a NSIP and requested advice.

    Enquiry from: Northumberland County Council
    Date advice given: 21 September 2011

  • View meeting with Environment Agency

    Environment Agency and IPC liaison meeting note

    Meeting with: Environment Agency
    Date of meeting: 19 September 2011

  • View meeting with Environment Agency

    Louisa McKay from the Environment Agency met briefly with Robert Ranger and Richard Price from the IPC whilst in the IPC's offices in Bristol on other business. Advice given at that meeting is set ... Read more

    Meeting with: Environment Agency
    Date of meeting: 14 September 2011

  • View meeting with Welsh Government

    Welsh Government / Infrastructure Planning Commission (IPC) Liaison Meeting

    Meeting with: Welsh Government
    Date of meeting: 13 September 2011

  • View advice to Wardell Armstrong LLP

    I wonder if you can clarify whether the under-grounding of an electricity line would fall under the remit of the IPC? The project is on the outskirts of Bristol and will be a 1km length of electric... Read more

    Enquiry from: Wardell Armstrong LLP
    Date advice given: 13 September 2011

  • View advice to P Fletcher

    Ms Fletcher enquired about: how short the period of time to accept an application could theoretically be, whether the online relevant representation form is printable for personal records once it has ... Read more

    Enquiry from: P Fletcher
    Date advice given: 13 September 2011

  • View advice to John Wang

    can I have detail documentation for this project? I have source of government own bank who can lend loan in government to government method. but they need details project documentation to makes sure t... Read more

    Enquiry from: John Wang
    Date advice given: 12 September 2011

  • View advice to Dean Godsall

    Caller wished to make representation on the proposed Dyfnant Forest wind farm

    Enquiry from: Dean Godsall
    Date advice given: 6 September 2011

  • View advice to Unknown Unknown

    Caller requested specific information on pre-application process to Examination stage.

    Enquiry from: Unknown Unknown
    Date advice given: 5 September 2011

  • View advice to Miss Fletcher

    The caller requested clarification on the duration of each stage in the application process, including relevant statutory deadlines. Advice was also sought on the process by which interested parties c... Read more

    Enquiry from: Miss Fletcher
    Date advice given: 28 August 2011

  • View advice to Countryside Council for Wales

    Are developers required to consult on the draft development consent order (DCO)?

    Enquiry from: Countryside Council for Wales
    Date advice given: 26 August 2011

  • View advice to Daniel Murphy

    Thank you for your response. Could you please clarify the position in respect of the second part of my query, copied below, in particular is it intended that this passage states "reasonably refused t... Read more

    Enquiry from: Daniel Murphy
    Date advice given: 19 August 2011

  • View advice to BLP

    Has there been any recent guidance published by the IPC on producing consultation reports, or will there be any forthcoming?

    Enquiry from: BLP
    Date advice given: 16 August 2011

  • View advice to Daniel Watney

    What land can be regarded as 'special category' or 'witheld land' for the purposes of compulsory acquisiton?

    Enquiry from: Daniel Watney
    Date advice given: 12 August 2011

  • View advice to Natural England

    Do Statements of Common Ground need to be submitted with an application?

    Enquiry from: Natural England
    Date advice given: 10 August 2011

  • View advice to Daniel Murphy

    I spoke to you a short while ago regarding s.53 requests and the extent to which it is necessary to have complied with the consultation requirements of s.42 in order for a request to be authorised. ... Read more

    Enquiry from: Daniel Murphy
    Date advice given: 10 August 2011

  • View advice to Richard Laws

    For my dissertation I'm looking at the effectiveness of public consultation within EIA for offshore wind farms and I’m just trying to get my bearings with the legislation that is related to that wi... Read more

    Enquiry from: Richard Laws
    Date advice given: 4 August 2011

  • View advice to The Crown Estate Commissioners

    Query relating to how a DCO might require an applicant to have a routeing measure put in place.

    Enquiry from: The Crown Estate Commissioners
    Date advice given: 3 August 2011

  • View advice to World Project

    Please can you supply me with further information on the Able Marine Energy Park project? Additional project information New Port facilities comprising the construction of a new quay approximate... Read more

    Enquiry from: World Project
    Date advice given: 3 August 2011

  • View advice to Geoff Key

    Would an application for a gas fired powered station need to include consent for the installation of the pipeline, or could this be sought separately?

    Enquiry from: Geoff Key
    Date advice given: 2 August 2011

  • View advice to Devonshire Solicitors

    What matters can be considered by an Examining Authority in connection with an application for development consent?

    Enquiry from: Devonshire Solicitors
    Date advice given: 1 August 2011

  • View advice to Enzyo

    Does the conversion of a coal fired power station to biomass require development consent. Power station currently over 50MW and will still be over 50 MW after conversion. Biomass storage shed and chan... Read more

    Enquiry from: Enzyo
    Date advice given: 27 July 2011

  • View advice to Arup

    Could the IPC bear any light on the type of highways infrastructure which is considered an NSIP?

    Enquiry from: Arup
    Date advice given: 26 July 2011

  • View meeting with Ciaran Scanlon

    To discuss Network Rail’s proposed approach to the electrification of the Great Western Mainline

    Meeting with: Ciaran Scanlon
    Date of meeting: 23 July 2011

  • View advice to Ramblers

    I am writing on behalf of a Ramblers volunteer with a question about IPC rules on statutory consultation. The Ramblers (http://www.ramblers.org.uk/) is a walking charity, working to safeguard the foot... Read more

    Enquiry from: Ramblers
    Date advice given: 21 July 2011