Midlothian Federation of Community Councils (MFCC) has organised an event to introduce the planning application process and to explain the ways in which community groups can engage with this process.
There will be a number of guest speakers to cover a range of topics, including:
- criteria for making comments and objections to planning applications
- What is the Local Development Plan and how is it produced?
- Development Planning vs Community Planning
- ways for residents and local communities to be more engaged with the Planning Process and present their aims more effectively
This event will take place on
Saturday 5th May at Penicuik Town Hall 9:30 – 15:45
Booking is essential:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/midlothian-planning-seminar-tickets-45438210912
The full programme for this event can be seen here: MFCC Planning Seminar 20185
Further details can also be obtained from the organiser of the seminar:
Bill Kerr-Smith (Chair, Dalkeith Citizens Advice Bureau and of Eskbank & Newbattle Community Council)
