To resolve the current overuse of and uncertainty created by Planning Performance Agreements, we’re calling on Government to 👇
📌Require local planning authorities to publish annual information on the value and allocation of PPA income received to create greater transparency.
📌Develop a more consistent national framework for PPA structures, charging schedules and service standards.
📌Publish updated guidance on when PPAs and Extension of Time (EoT) agreements should be used and how realistic timelines should be agreed.
📌Discourage the use of EoTs and PPAs as a routine response to resource constraints.
📌Continue investing in the recruitment, retention and training of planning officers, specialist consultees and technical experts.
These recommendations will increase transparency, reduce variation between authorities, and address the underlying capacity challenges that contribute to delays.
📌Require local planning authorities to publish annual information on the value and allocation of PPA income received to create greater transparency.
📌Develop a more consistent national framework for PPA structures, charging schedules and service standards.
📌Publish updated guidance on when PPAs and Extension of Time (EoT) agreements should be used and how realistic timelines should be agreed.
📌Discourage the use of EoTs and PPAs as a routine response to resource constraints.
📌Continue investing in the recruitment, retention and training of planning officers, specialist consultees and technical experts.
These recommendations will increase transparency, reduce variation between authorities, and address the underlying capacity challenges that contribute to delays.
