Level 2 - Legal/Regulatory Compliance

Question 1

What is the Housing and Planning Act 2016?

Answer 1

Released by the government.

Gives extension to help to buy scheme.

Starter Homes

Question 2

What is the Neighbourhood Planning Act 2017?

Answer 2

The NPA requires each local planning authority to set out policies to address the strategic land use priorities in their area.

The legislation continues the Government’s drive to make planning more efficient and to enable speedier delivery of development. It places the emphasis increasingly on all parties involved in delivery to meet the Government’s expectations.

The Secretary of State is further empowered to direct two or more local planning authorities to prepare a joint development plan document and to require a local planning authority to review a local development document at times he specifies.

Can take temporary possession of land for a scheme,

Enhanced CPO measures.

Question 3

What is law behind ransom strips?

Answer 3

Stokes Vs Cambridge 1961

Question 4

What is rich borough estates vs Cheshire east Council?

Answer 4

That even without 5 year housing land supply the planning policy designations still hold weight.

Question 5

What is the Town and County Planning Order 1987?

Answer 5

Outlines development use classes

Question 6

What are the Town and County Planning Regulations 2012?

Answer 6

Outlines requirement for LPA’s to consult with Public on any emerging Plans.