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Planning Officer required for large Housing Organisation
On-going contract
Hybrid working
We are looking for a qualified and experienced planning officer, with recent experience in Development Management at a Local Planning Authority. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to deal with a range of non-major applications and pre-application enquiries. The role is hybrid, with some office attendance expected as well as a need to carry out site visits, but with home working supported for part of the working week.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Handle all types of planning and planning related applications for consent, permission and approval.
- Present the Council's case at appeal in written representations, informal hearings and local inquiries.
- Attend Plans Sub Committee and delegation meetings to assist in the determination of applications.
- Investigate and report on alleged breaches of planning control.
- Attend in Court and represent the Council's position as required.
- Deal with all correspondence related to planning issues.
- Provide pre-application advice to applicants and third parties.
- As required carry out any other duties within the planning division including duties in the development plan and heritage and urban design sections.
- Attend meetings in and out of office hours as required.
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the Department / Section.
