The coming into force of the new TAN 15, originally scheduled for 1st December 2021, was suspended by Welsh Government. This followed significant concerns being raised by local authorities, developers, and other key stakeholders such as POSW about the suitability and impact of some elements of the policy. Having regard to discussions had over the last 18 months between POSW, Welsh Government and others, a new consultation commenced on 23rd January 2023 on further changes to the TAN which closed on 17th April 2023. The Welsh Government are finalising changes to the final version of the new TAN in the light of representations received, which is expected to be published at the end of 2023 or early 2024.
Revised Technical advice note (TAN) 15: development, flooding and coastal erosion
The coming into force of the new TAN 15, originally scheduled for 1st December 2021, was suspended by Welsh Government and POSW have been working to shape the terms of the revised document.
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Financial Viability in Planning
The primary objective of national planning policy in Wales (Planning Policy Wales 2024 (PPW), is to ensure that the planning system contributes towards the delivery of sustainable development and improves the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of Wales.
Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Northern Ireland national planning conference
POSW put forward the Welsh perspective at Northern Ireland’s 2023 national planning conference, with particular reference to the new era of localised planning decision making in that Country.