Every applicant has the right of appeal to the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government if aggrieved by the Council's decision to refuse the application, or conditions imposed on a grant of permission.
Where an appeal has been lodged against a refusal of planning permission, the Council will inform all occupants of properties that it considers might be affected by the proposal and tell them whether the appeal is to be dealt with by the written method, public inquiry, or by informal hearing. Members of the public may attend a public inquiry or informal hearing and will be given the opportunity to express their point of view.
With all types of appeal, neighbours may write, expressing their views, direct to the Secretary of State. Again, comments should relate only to the relevant planning issues. The final decision on all appeals is taken either by an Inspector from the Planning Inspectorate or occasionally by the Secretary of State in person.
Certain types of appeal can be submitted online, with supporting documentation included. This can be done through the Planning Casework Service.
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