3.1  Planning gateway one (planning application stage)

Government response to the 'Building a Safer Future' consultation:

' To aid the local planning authority in their decision as to whether to grant planning permission, the developer will be required to submit a Fire Statement setting out fire safety considerations specific to the development with their planning application. '

Question A: Have the Client's processes for identifying the person drafting the 'Fire Statement', and for other professionals who are involved in preparing the planning application, demonstrated a balanced approach to value and evidence of suitable competencies? [Guidance Section 5]

Question B: Have the Client's contract terms for professionals who are involved in preparing the planning application stated their integrated commitments (within the scope of their agreed roles and contributions) to the safety and quality compliance of their proposals? [Guidance Section 7]

Question C: Have the Client's selection process and contract terms for the professionals involved in preparing the planning application made clear their capabilities and commitments to use suitable digital information management tools for the creation, sharing, storage and use of information? [Guidance Section 8]