To provide planning advice to assist the Council to fulfil its role as local planning authority.

Summary of Responsibilities and Duties

• Handle all types of planning and planning related applications for consent, permission and approval.
• Present the Councils 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 Councils 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.