Strategic Planning/Masterplanning

Synopsis

This presentation will debunk what is seen as the dark art of planning!  Simon will explore the benefits of a strategic master planning approach to new communities and the delivery of new education provision in the heart of neighbourhoods.  Whilst Barrie will provide a valuable narrative on how to navigate the planning maze from Pre App consultation to a full Planning Permission.

Education Buildings and the Planning System – Getting the Right Result, Fast: Barrie Davies, Asbri Planning

The presentation will set out an ideal A-Z methodology for achieving planning permission for your Education Building, addressing:

• The importance of an initial Planning Appraisal
• How to undertake effective Pre-Application discussions with the LPA
• How to undertake public and stakeholder engagement
• The do’s and don’t’s of the Pre-Application Consultation (PAC) Process
• Identification of the appropriate level of supporting Plans and Technical Assessments
• Effective monitoring of the planning application
• Avoidance of onerous planning conditions
• Ensuring a prompt start on-site through discharge of conditions

Planning for Schools – ten schools for the price of none! Simon Gilbert, Cardiff Council

This presentation will look at Cardiff’s approved ambitious plans to deliver in excess of 40,000 new homes by 2026. Huge areas for expansion have been planned with schools delivery at the heart of new urban neighbourhoods. The Master Planning Principle is embedded in delivery of new growth; 10 new schools can be delivered and funded by developers at no cost to the taxpayer; and collaborative working across professions is essential to securing delivery.