Planning
(Please note: in planning matters the Council acts as the consultee of the Principal Authority. The Principal Authority being the deciding body) As a Parishioner you can comment on applications personally via the Principal Authority.
Plain English Guide to Planning
The Plain English Guide to Planning provides a clear and easy-to-understand overview of the planning process within the First Tier of Local Government. This guide breaks down complex planning concepts into simple terms, making it accessible for all residents and stakeholders. By following this guide, individuals can better understand the planning decisions that impact their community and how they can get involved in the process. Whether you are a resident, business owner, or community leader, this guide will help you navigate the planning process with confidence.
How to respond to planning applications
When responding to planning applications within the First Tier of Local Government, it is important to carefully review the details of the proposal and consider any potential impacts on the local community. This may involve consulting with residents, businesses, and other stakeholders to gather their feedback and concerns. It is also crucial to familiarize yourself with the relevant planning policies and guidelines to ensure that any decision made is in line with the overall vision for the area. By taking a thorough and thoughtful approach to planning applications, you can help shape the future development of your community in a positive and sustainable way.
Place Responsive Design for Solar
Implementing responsive design for solar initiatives at the first tier of local government is crucial for ensuring that all residents have access to clean and sustainable energy solutions. By prioritizing the development of solar infrastructure that can adapt to different devices and screen sizes, municipalities can effectively communicate the benefits of solar energy to their communities and encourage widespread adoption. This approach not only improves the user experience for residents seeking information on solar programs and incentives, but also demonstrates a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in promoting renewable energy resources.
Dark Skies
The Parish Council supports Dark Skies “Development should be designed to conserve and enhance the intrinsic quality of dark night skies. Outside lighting which is proposed to be installed should be fully shielded and not exceed a correlated colour temperature (CCT) of 2700K. Any lighting in or adjacent to the buffer zone of the International Dark Sky Reserve on Cranborne Chase AONB should meet or exceed the level of protection appropriate to Environmental Zone E1 (as defined by the Institution of Lighting Professionals).” Rationale for this is NPPF 185: (c) limit the impact of light pollution from artificial light on local amenity, intrinsically dark landscapes and nature conservation
Planning Advice
The Planning Portal recommends the following links for parishioners
The Portals direct link to your Local Development Framework documents.
A BRIEF GUIDE TO PLANNING
The local planning authority Wiltshire Council notifies all planning applications that affect the Parish Council for their consideration and comment.
Horningsham Parish Council, as a statutory consultee of Wiltshire Council is then asked to comment on all planning applications within the Parish.
The Parish Council is consulted for its local knowledge but does not determine a Planning Application, we are a statutory consultee.
Contact details for Horningsham Parish Council Clerk are available on the contact us website page.
Contact us: clerk@horningshamparishcouncil.gov.uk
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