Validation Checklist - List 1

Existing and proposed floor levels and roof plans

2d. Existing and proposed sections and floor levels

Required for all applications involving building work, alterations to buildings or display of advertisements when the proposal includes or involves a change in ground levels.

All plans to be drawn at a minimum scale of 1:50, or 1:100 showing a cross section(s) through the proposed building(s). Plans should be proportionate to the nature and size of the proposal, correctly titled, with individual drawing numbers on each plan, show paper size and annotated with either dimensions or with a scale bar (horizontally and vertically) and not having ‘Do Not Scale’ or equivalent. They should show clearly the proposed works in relation to what is already there, highlighting any structures to be demolished. The drawings may take the form of contours, spot levels or cross or long sections as appropriate.

It is requested that existing and proposed sections and floor levels are provided in the same orientation.

2e. Existing and proposed roof plans

Required for all applications involving alterations to the roof layout.

All plans to be drawn at a minimum scale of 1:50, or 1:100. Plans should be proportionate to the nature and size of the proposal, correctly titled, with individual drawing numbers on each plan, show paper size and annotated with either dimensions or with a scale bar (horizontally and vertically) and not having ‘Do Not Scale’ or equivalent. They should show clearly the proposed works in relation to what is already there, highlighting any structures to be demolished.

It is requested that existing and proposed roof plans are provided in the same orientation.

Further guidance can be found on the Planning Portal.