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Written Exercise - Candidate Instructions Behaviours This exercise is designed to assess the following behaviours: • Effective communication • Analysis and problem solving Introduction In this exercise, you are to assume the role of a Graduate Planner who has recently taken up a role at Havenford Council. As part of this role, you will be directly involved in the heart of the planning process, reviewing and making decisions on planning applications for the local area. You will be working closely with developers, residents, and other stakeholders to ensurethat proposed developments meet the needs of the community while adhering to planning regulations. Your task The Animal Rescue and Care Centre (ARCC) has submitted a planning application for a new primary facility on their existing site in Havenford. The new proposed expansion is in Havenford’s south meadow, a cherished green belt area. Local and national planning policies normally restrict development on green belt land to protect its open character, as it provides fresh air, space for recreation, and even helps to prevent flooding. Your manager has provided you with background information and has forwarded you documents from various consultees. You are being asked to assess the planning application and draft a summary report for your manager’s review. The summary should be formally written, although you are welcome to use bullet points in places. You can choose to structure your summary any way you wish, but you should include the following: 1. An overview of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the proposed expanded development. 2. Summarise the various stakeholder concerns. 3. Outline what the next steps might be (further consultation and timescales etc). 4. A summary of any key questions you have identified or considerations where additional information may be required. 5. Your proposed recommendation for approval or refused, fully justifying your reasons and outlining any conditions that the ARCC may need to fulfil. 6. Any other planning considerations you feel may be relevant. Timing You will have 45 minutes to read the information in this brief and complete your written summary. You should spend the first part of the time reading the candidate information pack before you begin writing your summary. You will need to manage your own time throughout this exercise. Please ensure that you keep your video on and that you are visible throughout the exercise. This is to ensure that you are completing the exercise independently. You should type your summary report directly into the platform 'replying' to the message sent with the brief and supporting documents. At the end of the 45 minutes, you will receive a message to submit your written submission. You do not need any prior technical knowledge to complete this exercise, although you may feel thatin order to carry out this exercise you have to make additional assumptions or draw on your understanding of
local government. This is acceptable, provided that an adequate explanation of the reasons for your assumptions is given. YOU WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO OPEN THE CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK BY YOUR ASSESSOR
Good morning, Thank you for agreeing to support us with the ARCC project and I apologise I haven’t been able to brief you in person. This project is a major application, Habiba has been working on this project for the last ten weeks consulting members of the public and gathering information from various consultees. Habiba has been off sick for a medical procedure. We thought she may have been back this week, but there were some complications which requires her to take some more time to rest. Given that the committee meeting is coming up, we would like you to get up to speed with the project details so that you can brief me on the headlines. As you know, the ARCC has submitted a planning application for a new headquarters facility on their existing site in Havenford. The new application proposes two key elements: a new expanded facility and a business eco-park. The green belt land has been identified as the only potential site for the new facility. We will be the final decision-maker on the planning application. The decision will be based on whether the proposed development meets "very special circumstances" e.g., demonstrating that the benefits of the development clearly outweigh the harm to the greenbelt's character. This application is unique because it seeks two different types of planning permissions: • Full permission: Similar to a detailed blueprint. For the expanded facility, all aspects of the building will need full approval before the construction begins. • Outline permission: Similar to a rough sketch, this applies to the eco-business park. It considers the principle of industrial units but leaves the exact layout, size and design to be determined and agreed at a later stage. If the plans are approved, the charity will sell part of the current land to a developer to raise funds to build a whole new setup in another part of the same site. Balancing the needs of the ARCC's expansion with the environmental importance of the greenbelt land is crucial for successful and sustainable development. You will find various documents attached to this brief with a history of the site and various consultee reports. I look forward to hearing your views soon. Warmest regards, Layla Khan Head of Planning Received: Today, 09:01 From: Layla Khan Subject: ARCC Planning Permission To Graduate Planner
History of the ARCC Humble beginnings (1940s-1960s): The ARCC's story starts in the 1940s, during the turmoil of World War II. The Havenford site, originally a commercial dog boarding facility, served a unique purpose during the Blitz. Recognising the anxieties of pet owners facing potential evacuation, the facility advertised itself as a safe haven for pets. This planted the seeds for ARCC's future dedication to animal welfare. Post-war (1960s-1980s): Following the war, the Havenford facility continued to be used as a boarding kennel. However, a growing awareness of animal welfare issues in the post-war era prompted the owners to expand their services. They began accepting stray and abandoned animals, providing them with temporary shelter and care. Word of their dedication spread, and soon they were actively rehoming rescued animals alongside their boarding services. Charitable status and expansion (1980s-Present): In the 1980s, the organisation formally established itself as the Animal Rescue and Care Centre (ARCC). They secured charitable status, allowing them to access funding and expand their rescue and rehoming efforts. The Havenford site became ARCC's headquarters and the heart of their operations. A haven for animal welfare (Present Day): Today, the ARCC stands as a leading regional animal rescue organisation. The Havenford sanctuary, though treasured, has become outdated and struggles to meet modern animal care standards. ARCC's current expansion plans reflect their commitment to providing exceptional care for rescued animals both now and in the future while remaining true to their roots in Havenford.