Lambeth Planning Portal: Applying for Planning Permission
The Lambeth Planning Portal is a virtual hub which allows project developers to submit, manage, and track planning applications in Lambeth. It also enables users to comment on other projects. Developers should be aware of potential ecological requirements when undertaking a new project development, particularly in areas which may be home to protected species.
Seeking environmental guidance during the planning process is essential to ensuring your project meets the necessary ecological requirements of Lambeth Council. At Collington Winter Environmental, we can support you through the vital steps, guaranteeing ecological standards are met.
Planning applications for the London Borough of Lambeth can be submitted through the Lambeth Council planning portal.
Lambeth Planning Portal: The Process
When applying for planning permission through the Lambeth Planning Portal, following the steps below ensures a streamlined process:
Preparing the application
Prepare necessary documents, including:
- Application forms (available on the Lambeth Planning Portal).
- Detailed site plans and drawings (e.g. elevations, floor plans).
- Supporting statements, such as a Design and Access Statement, ecological reports, or heritage assessments (if applicable).
- Biodiversity Net Gain proposal (which must provide a minimum of 10% improvement to the local area).
Submitting the application
- Complete the online planning application, including specific project details.
- Attach all required plans, including any supporting information.
Consultation
- If validated, the application will then be publicised on the portal.
- Relevant parties, such as neighbours and stakeholders, will be invited to provide feedback on the application.
Assessment
- A review of your application will begin, factoring in local planning policies, environmental impacts, relevant stakeholders, and public feedback.
- If necessary, the proposal may need modification to address specific environmental concerns.
- Ecological provisions will be considered, and you may need to modify your BNG proposal.
Decision making
- For straightforward applications, a planning officer makes the final decision.
- For larger or contentious projects, the application may be brought before a planning committee for discussion.
- You will be notified of the success of your application in writing and on the portal.
What ecological requirements are considered for the planning permission process?
When applying for planning permission on the Lambeth Planning Portal, ecological requirements must be targeted. The most common ecological considerations include:
- Ecological Surveys – To identify any ecosystems or plants that may require extra consideration while planning your project.
- Protected Species Assessment – To assess any protected species or conservation areas which may need specific mitigation plans on your site, such as bats and badgers.
- Tree surveys – To determine the potential impact on the health and stability of existing trees on and around the development location. If hazardous/diseased trees are present, steps should be taken to solve this issue.
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – It is now mandatory to ensure any new developments improve the local ecological habitat by at least 10%, either directly on-site or offsetting the requirement elsewhere.
- Landscape Surveys – As Lambeth hosts a collection of historically listed buildings, consideration must be given to the potential impact on the landscape. Local councils may require new projects to fit in with the landscape of the area.
- Ecological Clerk of Works – Collington Winter can delegate an ecological clerk of works to oversee any assessments with respect to protected species and BNG.
Lambeth Planning Portal: How can Collington Winter Environmental assist?
Collington Winter Environmental can offer valuable support for project development proposals in the South of England. We can instruct an Ecological Clerk of Works to assist with any protected species and habitat surveys requested by your local planning permission authority. Our team believe a proactive approach is best to deliver a satisfactory result for both project developers and Lambeth Council.
For more information, or enquiries regarding our Lambeth Planning Portal services, contact us using the form below. You can also contact us via email at info@collingtonwinter.co.uk or call one of our team on 01204 939608.
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