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Q I have a recurring problem with a local authority over the fees payable for temporary or mobile structures such as caravans, portable cabins and demountable buildings without footings and foundations. The nature of the permissions being sought is permanent, but the lifespan of the buildings is limited. I consider that they are a "change of use of land" and would fall under category 13 of the Town and Country Planning (Fees for Applications, etc) (England) Regulations 2012.  However, the council is basing its fee request on floor area, arguing that category 2 of the regulations applies.  Do you have any knowledge or information that might be helpful? DH

Answer or comment online at planningresource.co.uk/dmanswers or by emailing casebook@haymarket.com by Friday 19 June

Q What actions, including possible legal procedures, can be taken by a highways authority, a planning authority or other bodies when, during a required road speed survey for a housing development application, the developer places prominent signs on roads leading to the survey point saying "Slow - Tree Felling in Progress" when no felling is actually occurring? QT

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