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Hours to complete 2.00
No of pages 10
Published April 2007
See more in Development planning
Development management
Author Phil Allemendinger, Professor of Land Economy
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Price GBP 10.00

General Permitted Development Order

Purpose

The General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) is probably the most widely used and least fully understood aspect of planning controls. Its usefulness in permitting a wide range of minor developments is matched by its complexity. This module covers operational (that is ‘built’) development.

Benefits

The GPDO is a core component of planning and used on a daily basis.

Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the top

Learning method

A knowledge builder covering one of the most frequently used planning components. Additionally a range of further reading and appropriate websites is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

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