Planning Portal Lincolnshire: The Application process
The Lincolnshire planning portal is a platform established for project developers to submit planning applications online with convenience and ease. It enables developers to submit and keep track of planning applications while managing proposals and reviewing planning applications for other projects without having to directly contact the council.
Project developers within Lincolnshire should be aware that ecological requirements are a key factor when initiating a new development plan. Therefore, consulting environmental guidance when beginning the project development process can ensure your plan prioritises the necessary environmental considerations.
At Collington Winter Environmental, we help project developers navigate the ecological requirements involved in the project development process. A member of our team can assist you in ensuring environmental principles are not neglected and your project has a positive outcome.
Planning applications for Lincolnshire should be submitted through the Lincolnshire City Council planning portal.
Applying for Planning Permission: Lincolnshire
When applying for planning permission through the Lincolnshire Planning Portal, there are several steps involved in encouraging an approved application. These steps include:
Preparing the application
Prepare necessary documents, including:
- Application forms (available on the Lincolnshire Planning Portal).
- Detailed site plans and drawings (e.g. elevations, floor plans, extensions).
- Supporting statements, such as a Design and Access Statement, ecological reports, or heritage assessments (if applicable).
- Biodiversity Net Gain proposal BNG (which must provide a minimum of 10% improvement to the local area located either on-site or off-site), this has been mandatory since 12th February 2024.
Submitting the application
- Fill out the online planning application, including specific project details.
- Attach all required plans, including any supporting information such as ecological conservation efforts.
Consultation
- If validated, the application will then be published on the portal.
- Relevant parties, such as neighbours and stakeholders, will be invited to provide any feedback. Section 47 of the Planning Act 2008 states that applicants must provide evidence that they have consulted with local inhabitants and businesses on the nature of their development. The proposed development plan should be publicly accessible for consultation purposes.
Assessment
- A review of your application will begin, factoring in potential drawbacks such as 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, planning officers in your district council will make the final decision.
- For large-scale or contentious projects, the application may be brought before a planning committee for a discussion.
- You will receive a decision notice for your proposal in writing, and your application status will be updated on the portal.
What Ecological Requirements are Considered for the Planning Permission Process?
When applying for planning permission on the Lincolnshire Planning Portal, the environmental impact the project will have will need to be disclosed. Local councils often have specific requirements for the mitigation of ecological impact. The most common requirements include:
- Ecological Surveys – To identify any protected ecosystems or plants.
- 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) – From February 2024, it is mandatory to ensure any developments are improving the local ecological habitat by at least 10%, either directly on-site or offsetting the requirement elsewhere.
- Landscape Surveys – As Lincolnshire features a collection of historically listed buildings, the preservation of building health is a focus for authorities. Local councils may also require new projects to fit in with the aesthetic of the area.
- Ecological Clerk of Works – Collington Winter can provide an ecological clerk of works to manage environmental assessments and surveys with respect to protected species and BNG.
How can Collington Winter Environmental Assist Your Application on the Lincolnshire Planning Portal?
Collington Winter Environmental believe development management should be approached logically. We meet the needs of developers whilst ensuring positive outcomes for wildlife and other stakeholders in your development, such as your Local Council. With respect to any application you intend to make using the Lincolnshire Planning Portal, we can assist you with providing all necessary ecological assessments and recommendations to support your planning application for development. Ensuring the ecological aspects of your application comply with Lincolnshire Council requirements is our goal.
If you are interested in our services, contact us using the form below. Alternatively, contact us via our email address – info@collingtonwinter.co.uk or call one of our team on 01204 939608.
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