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Planning Permission

Asked by Kevin HollinrakeConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 25 February 2025UIN 31485

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what her policy is on the use of Special Development Orders.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

Special Development Orders are a long-established part of the planning system. Each case is considered on its individual merits. The government has no plans to change this arrangement.

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