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Posted by David Snell on 25th March 2009

Apparently in 2007/8, 54% of planning appeals held on an inquiry basis were decided in favour of the appellants. In contrast only 34% of written appeals were successful. Yet from April 6th it will be the Planning Inspectorate that will decide which method of appeal is appropriate and it looks as if most appeals for single dwellings will have to go to written appeal. Additionally the time limits for an appeal are to come down to 12 weeks from the date of refusal instead of the current 6 months.
That’s the bad news. The good news is that for the first time costs will be allowed for written appeals.

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