This is a comprehensive in house bespoke validation course, which includes a procedure folder, validation documentation, practical workshops, & if required, the drafting of standard letters. This course is aimed at admin & planning officers involved in the validation process. It is intended to provide a clear understanding of how the system works & the practical application of the requirements.

Course Content:

Validating Planning Applications (2 days)

• Description of Proposal
• National Requirements - explaining, & preparation of explanatory sheet
• Local Requirements - explaining, & preparation of explanatory sheet
• Matrix Check List to ensure the correct documents have been submitted - prepared for you
• Validation Worksheet - prepared for you
• Plans - requirements explained
• Consultations - when, who, extent of
• Fee Calculations
• Validating Minor Applications
• Validating Major Applications
• Practical Workshop - validating an actual application(s)

In addition, we offer the following courses:

Validating Other Applications (1 day)

• Validating applications for LBs & CAs, CLDs for proposed & existing
• Preparing checklists & worksheets for the above

Considering & Redrafting Standard Letters (1 day)

• Advising upon, redrafting & indexing standard letters

 Timings:

• 09:30 registration & refreshments, course runs 10:00 - 16:00 hours

Cost:

• £995 per day, plus 95p per mile travel, & provision of overnight accommodation where necessary.

All prices are subject to VAT.