1: Who is Planning Aid for London
What does Planning Aid for London do?
Planning Aid for London provides free advice and training on town planning to
communities and people who cannot afford professional support. We work with
people so they can get involved in planning decisions. This helps you influence
decisions on new housing, regeneration, parks, schools, surgeries, pollution and
more. It is your right to make your voice heard and we help you do so.
Professional planners, who volunteer with us, provide our advice and training.
We share and publish guides and other resources that explain how the planning
system work, and what your rights are within it. We also deliver training and
workshops on planning to community groups.
Who is Planning Aid for London for?
Planning Aid is for people who want assistance as they see their area change and
want to know what planning has to do with it. We help people who cannot afford
professional advice. We work within London and can help with topics such as
regeneration, housing development, transportation, and environmental issues.
Examples of questions you can ask us are:
▪ Why is there so much new development in my area?
▪ Can I put together a plan for my own community?
▪ What is neighbourhood planning?
▪ How do I make a comment on a planning application?
▪ How do I apply for planning permission?
▪ How do I take part in the preparing of policies by the council?
▪ What do I need to appeal against a refusal of planning permission?
▪ How do I make a representation at a planning committee?
How can I get advice?
The easiest way to ask for advice is by completing the enquiry form on our
website. We aim to respond to your question within 5 working days. You will be
asked about your personal circumstances to determine if you qualify for our
services.
Once we have all the information we need, we will find a volunteer to take on
your case. The volunteer will get in touch with you either by phone, email or in
person.
Helpline details
You find our enquiry form at www.planningaidforlondon.org.uk/contact. To
leave a message, ring us at 030 0772 9808. You can also email us at
info@planningaidforlondon.org.uk
Training
We can offer tailored training sessions to community groups. Whether you are
specialists in planning already or new to the game, we can provide training that
best suits your needs.
We specialise in introductory sessions on the planning system to help you and
your community become involved in planning. These courses can cover subjects
such as ‘Understanding the planning system’ or ‘How to read a Local Plan’. Get
in touch to ask for more information about our training.
Resources
We publish guides, leaflets and videosto explain planning. You can find these on
our website www.planningaidlondon.org.uk. Examples of these are:
▪ Our First Aid for Planning guides
▪ Videos and podcasts, learning from other community groups
▪ An online planning library with other useful guides and websites
Want to know more? Please get in touch!
Need further help?
Find more information on our
website or contact us at:
info@planningaidforlondon.org.uk
030 077 29 808
Follow us @Planaidlondon
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