Job Description

Role Purpose

The negotiation and case management of complex planning applications, delivering significant levels of investment within the Borough
The processing of planning appeals
The provision of specialist planning advice
Day to day management of pre-application processes or similar function within the area

Responsibilties

Provision of professional recommendations and advice on complex planning issues relating to major planning applications and regeneration projects as required.
Mentoring and training of junior staff.
Prepare professional reports and formulate recommendations on complex planning and related proposals for decision to the Planning Committee or by delegated authority.
Determination of certain categories of planning application in accordance with the Council Scheme of delegation.
Assessing the validity and supporting the registration of major planning applications as required.
Manage small project and planning application teams created in association with area or site specific planning and regeneration projects or programmes and ensure compliance with performance targets (secured through formal agreement or statutory requirement).
Ensure the comprehensive and professional appraisal of the technical aspects of applications received within the team, to include consideration of the development plan and all other material planning considerations.

Requirements

Knowledge of current Town and Country planning, practice, procedures and legislation, in one or more areas; within planning, enforcement, policy or development control.
Planning degree or equivalent accredited to the RTPI
Experience in planning policy, planning enforcement or development management
Full UK driving licence holder.

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Senior Planning Officer

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