Issue details

(R16) Application for Exemption from the Relaxation of Permitted Development Rights in relation to the Change of Use from B1(a) Offices to C3 Residential

The government is introducing a relaxation of permitted development rights, allowing a change of use from B1(a) office to C3 residential without the need for planning consent. Local Authorities have been given the opportunity to seek an exemption for specific parts of their area, however submissions must be made by 5pm on the 22nd February 2013. It is proposed that the Council submit an application for exemption in relation to the Bath City Riverside Enterprise Area.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 27/02/2013

Reason for urgency:
The submission must be made to DCLG by 5pm on 22-Feb. The relevant Cabinet members, the Chair of the Economic & Community Development Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel, Chief Executive, Section 151 Finance Officer and Monitoring Officer were consulted on the basis and scope of the submission to DCLG.

Decision Type: Key Decision;

Lead director: Andrew Pate

Contact: John Cox, Business Support and Development Manager - Economic Development John Wilkinson Email: John_Cox@bathnes.gov.uk Tel: 01225 477294.

Consultation process

The relevant Cabinet members, the Chair of the Economic & Community Development Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel, Chief Executive, Section 151 Finance Officer and Monitoring Officer were consulted on the basis and scope of the submission to DCLG.

EFP Reference: E2541

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