DAC Planning Blog

On 8th November, DAC had the privilege of speaking alongside Derek Stebbing at the RTPI East of England Planning Law Conference in...

Major proposed revisions to the NPPF and the planning system were published for consultation on 30th July.

We are all well aware that planning as a sector doesn’t stand still, however the pace of change appears to be stepping-up a gear.

NDOs and CRBOs are neighbourhood planning tools which allow local residents to shape the development and growth of their local area.

Accessing Neighbourhood CIL in unparished areas with a neighbourhood plan in place brings benefits to the local community.

Neighbourhood Planning and Infrastructure A significant benefit of neighbourhood plans is the ability to identify infrastructure...

In areas without a parish or town council, organisations can submit an application to become the 'neighbourhood forum' for that area.

A Basic Conditions Statement is required alongside the neighbourhood plan when submitting the document for Regulation 16.

With local elections just around the corner, we understand the pressure of training new Members. DAC Planning offers expert training.

Community engagement lies at the heart of effective neighbourhood planning. It is important to start and plan the process early.

Allocating sites for new development in a neighbourhood plan is an opportunity to shape the future of a local community.

We interviewed Asuka Onishi, our Planning Assistant Intern to find out more about her internship experience.

DAC Planning understands the importance of community and stakeholder engagement, and the most effective engagement methods.

DAC Planning offers expert advice and support to planning policy teams to produce robust and effective local plans.

Neighbourhood planning offers a powerful tool for communities to shape their future and realise their vision for local development.

Producing a neighbourhood plan involves six key stages, each critical for the successful adoption and implementation of a plan.

On 13 February 2024 there were a flurry of publications by the Department of Levelling up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC).

DAC Planning provides recommendations for authorities considering if they should continue to progress with a CIL or await the impending IL.

David Coleman is DAC Planning's founder and Managing Director.

Toby Bonny joined DAC Planning in 2021 from Northern Ireland while completing his MSc in Planning and Development at Queen’s University...