Maidenhead Town Centre AAP Examination
Inspector and Programme Officer
The Secretary of State appointed David Hogger BA MSc MRTPI MIHT, of the Planning Inspectorate, to conduct the examination into the legal compliance and soundness of the AAP. The examination hearing sessions were held on 29, 30 and 31 March 2011.
The Inspector subsequently consulted interested parties on whether there are any implications from the Chancellor of the Exchequer 2011 budget. The Inspector's letter can be downloaded below. The responses from the Council and other participants can be viewed here.
The Inspector considered all representations made to the AAP both through the hearing sessions and those made previously in response to the submission consultation. In his report the Inspector found the AAP to be sound. Further information, including the report, can be viewed on the Maidenhead Town Centre AAP webpage.
Questions to the Council from the Inspector
The Inspector decided not to hold a pre hearing meeting in the interests of efficiency and because there were comparatively few participants. He did however asked the Council to respond to two sets of preliminary questions which can be downloaded below. The Inspector also asked further questions after the hearing. This is also available to download below.
Examination Hearing Sessions
The hearing sessions commenced on Tuesday 29 March and ended Thursday 31 March 2011. The agendas for the hearing sessions and information provided for interested parties can be downloaded below.
Examination Hearing Statements
The statements provided by the Council and other participants for the hearing sessions can be accessed from the table below. Other documents including Statements of Common Ground can be viewed here.| Date | Hearing Session |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 29 March | |
| Wednesday 30 March | |
| Thursday 31 March | Matter 6 - Delivery & Implementation (IMP1 - IMP2) |
Schedule of Minor Changes
The Council suggested additional minor changes to the AAP following the hearing sessions. The Council considered that all the proposed changes were minor and did not affect the soundness of the document or alter its general approach to the regeneration of the town centre. The schedule of minor changes can be downloaded below.Examination Documents
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