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Policy and legislation

The policy section provides access to the chief planning legislation produced by the Government as well as other planning related documents and reports.

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    Legislation

    Planning Policy is supported by legislation, this mainly takes the form of Acts of Parliament and Statutory Instruments.

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        Policy and guidance

        Details of English planning documents including Planning Policy, Good Practice Guides and circulars.

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            Community Infrastructure Levy

            Development may be liable for a charge under the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), if your local planning authority has chosen to set a charge in its area.

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