Unit 103 - Lesson 7

Unit 3 - The Built Environment Life Cycle

All developments, however big or small require planning permission.

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​Planning Permission

​Planning consent or approval

The main types of consent or approval are:​

• Planning permissions (outline, reserved matters, full, discharge/variation of conditions)​

• Building Regulations approval ​

• Listed building consent​

• Conservation area consent ​

• Scheduled monument consent​

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​Activity

Research each planning consent or approval on the previous page to help answer the following questions.

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of an outline planning permission application?

• To provide a detailed proposal for construction

• To finalize the design features of a building

• To establish if a proposed development is acceptable

• To approve the construction of a building

Multiple Choice

What are reserved matters in the context of planning permission?

• Finalised details of a development

• The complete construction plan

• Details about a development that have not been finalised

• The financial aspects of a development

Multiple Choice

What must be fully met before full planning consent is given?

• Environmental assessments

• Planning considerations

• Financial requirements

• Construction deadlines

Multiple Choice

What is an application for removal or variation of a condition following grant of planning permission?

• A request to change something to an approved building design

• A request to cancel the planning permission

• A request to start construction

• A request to finalise the building design

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of building regulations approval?

• To ensure the aesthetic appeal of a building

• To regulate the financial aspects of construction

• To manage the sale of a building

• To ensure the project fully meets building regulations

Multiple Choice

Which of the following projects requires building regulations approval?

• Construction of a new building

• Installing a new carpet

• Painting the interior of a building

• Planting a garden

Multiple Choice

What is listed building consent required for?

• Painting a listed building

• Installing new furniture in a listed building

• Cleaning the exterior of a listed building

• Alteration or extension of a listed building

Multiple Choice

What is the consequence of carrying out work on a listed building without consent?

• A fine

• It is a criminal offence

• A warning

• No consequence

Multiple Choice

What does conservation area consent regulate?

• The type of vegetation in an area

• The colour of buildings

• The number of buildings in an area

• The character or appearance of an area

Multiple Choice

What is considered a criminal offence regarding unlisted buildings in a conservation area?

• Demolishing without consent from the LPA

• Renovating without a permit

• Painting without permission

• Selling without notifying the authorities

Multiple Choice

What must be obtained if an ancient monument could be affected by development?

• Building permit

• Environmental assessment

• Scheduled monument consent

• Historical review

Multiple Choice

Which organisation in Wales provides advice on managing ancient monument sites?

• Heritage Wales
• Cadw
• National Trust
• Welsh Archaeological Society

Implications of breaching legislation and regulations

This can result in:
Enforcement
Prosecution
Demolition

​Any Questions