Decision details

To approve final changes to Wiltshire Design Guide following formal approval by Council
and before publication of the SPD

To allow for final changes to the document prior to its publication as SPD by Wiltshire Council.

I confirm that in making this decision I have considered the following in line with Wiltshire Council’s Constitution: (Please insert ‘Yes’/ ‘No’ / ‘Not Applicable’ and any other comments necessary to evidence the issue identified has been addressed)

Key decision requirements: Yes

Views of relevant cabinet member(s), committee chairman, area board(s): Yes

Consultation with cabinet member(s), the Leader and Scrutiny (for Executive decisions taken under Emergency Powers): N/A

Consultation with the Chief Executive or Corporate Director where appropriate: Yes

Consultation with local members (as appropriate): N/A

Consideration of the area boards and delegated decision checklist for officers on the issue of when and how to involve local councillors and area boards in decisions about local services: N/A

Implication of any council policy, initiative, strategy or procedure: Yes, it has implications for Development Management Service decisions on
planning applications

Consultation in accordance with requirements and expectations of consultation with the public: N/A

Range of options available: No

Staffing, financial and legal implications: Yes, all relevant people consulted

Evidence of due regard having been given to the Public Sector Equality Duty: Yes

Risk assessment: No

Involvement of statutory officers and/or directors: Yes

Regional or national guidance from other bodies: N/A

The council’s constitution: N/A

This contract is suitable for execution under the e-signature process: Yes

Not making final changes to the draft Wiltshire Design Guide prior to its publication. This would have a negative impact on the reputation of the Council and the standard of design of development proposals being submitted and consented in Wiltshire.