Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix·Page 53
Glossary - Pre Application Discussion (PAD)
Defines PAD as a process allowing applicants to discuss proposals with planning officers before formal submission to identify issues early and streamline the application process.
Pre Application Discussion (PAD) - Provides an opportunity for an applicant to speak with a planning officer and discuss proposals before making a planning application. As part of a PAD, the Council can advise how to make an application, what information will need to be submitted with it and the likely issues when it is considered. The primary objective of the PAD process is to deal with issues early, resulting in a smoother planning application process and quicker decision.
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