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Statement of common ground

Complete a draft or agreed statement of common ground

• From: Planning Inspectorate
• Published: 1 April 2015
• Last updated: 17 March 2021 — See all updates

Applies to England

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Statements of Common/Uncommon Ground for Inquiries

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Statement of common ground

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A draft statement of common ground is a written statement containing factual information about the proposal which is the subject of the appeal that the appellant reasonably considers will not be disputed by the local planning authority.

An agreed statement of common ground is essential to ensure that the evidence considered at a hearing or an inquiry focuses on the material differences between the appellant and the local planning authority. It will provide a commonly understood basis for the appellant and the local planning authority and provide context to inform the statements of case and, for an inquiry, the subsequent production of proofs of evidence.

Published 1 April 2015
Last updated 17 March 2021 + show all updates

1. 17 March 2021

   Document updated in line with accessibility regulations

2. 19 August 2019

   A proforma new and guidance has been added

3. 13 May 2016

   Document attachment changed from PDF to word.

4. 1 April 2015

   First published.