The process whereby a planning applicant can challenge an adverse decision, including a refusal of planning permission or the imposition of an enforcement notice. Appeals can also be made against the failure of the planning authority to issue a decision within a given time, against conditions attached to a planning permission, against the issue of an enforcement notice and against refusals of listed building and conservation area consent. In England and Wales, appeals are processed by the Planning Inspectorate.
Appearance
Appearance: The act of replying to a summons or turning up in court and accepting its jurisdiction to try proceedings. A barrister or solicitor may make an appearance on a client”s behalf.
Appellant
Appellant: Person who makes an appeal.
Appointed Person
A designated person who has been nominated to take a supervisory role in the event of an accident, injury or illness. The appointed person will have completed basic first aid training and have the skills and knowledge to deal with a first aid situation.
Approximate Estimate
estimate (3.6.9) based on preliminary information, and therefore imprecise
Area Action Plans
A type of Development Plan Document focused upon a specific location or an area subject to conservation or significant change (for example major regeneration).
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
‘An area with statutory national landscape designation, the primary purpose of which is to conserve and enhance natural beauty. Together with National Parks, AONB represent the nation”s finest landscapes. AONBs are designated by Natural England.’
Arrears
Arrears: Accumulated debt which has not been paid on the due date.
As-built Drawing
drawing (3.2.27) that records the details of a construction works following its completion (3.5.23)
Asbestos
The name used for a group of fibrous silicate minerals that once inhaled, have adverse effects on health and can lead to fatal lung diseases.
