Monthly Archives: December 2012

Solar PV and Planning

Generating energy from renewable sources is good for the environment and good for your pocket as a householder.  But do you need planning permission if you are thinking of installing solar panels? To find out if you do read on, or call Claire on 01282 872570. Within The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (England) Order 2011, Part 40 relating to the “Installation of Domestic Microgeneration Equipment” includes Class A and B which relate to the installation of solar panels within the curtilage of a dwelling house. So the answer really depends on whether your proposed development is already permitted development or not. Class A gives householders “permitted development rights” to install solar photovoltaics (PV) without planning permission on a … Continue reading

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Neighbourhood Planning News Winter 2012 Edition Out Now!

The Winter edition of Kirkwells’ Neighbourhood Planning News can be downloaded now. With news on: Funding; Neighbourhood plans in Thame, Branston and Stretton; Community Engagement; Resources; and Training. Click here to download your copy of Neighbourhood Planning News Issue 7 Winter 2012. To receive future copies of Kirkwells’ Neighbourhood Planning News subscribe. To find out more about about how Kirkwells can support your neighbourhood plan visit our web page, or download our leaflet Or if you would like to discuss how we could support you  in preparing a plan for your neighbourhood plan email Michael or Louise, or call: 01282 872570   ©Kirkwells Town Planners and Sustainable Development Consultants based at the Lancashire Digital Technology Centre in Burnley www.kirkwells.co.uk Research • Planning … Continue reading

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