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Bury Council Supplementary Planning documents
Bury Council Development Planning documents
Bury's Planning Handbook (1mb 37 page pdf)
This Handbook explains the services the planning department offer and gives advise and information about who to contact about certain aspects of planning control.
Development Control advice notes
A comprehensive list of planning related issues providing a brief outline.
Heritage Strategy
The Heritage Strategy identifies key components of the Borough's heritage resource to bring forward practical policy measures to implement the preservation and enhancement of its asset.
Into the New Century
This publication shows good examples of the planning projects the department has been involved with over the last 10 years (Hard copies available at all local libraries).
Greater Manchester Derelict Land Strategy (1mb 24 page pdf)
This strategy outlines the scale of derelict in Greater Manchester and the problems this brings. It highlights the themed reclamation priorities for the conurbation and the importance of a partnership approach to delivering the programme of improvement.
Local Development Framework
Development plan documents for the Borough.
Shop Fronts and Signs - Ramsbottom Conservation Area (1mb 25 page pdf)
Information booklet targetted at the Conservation Area of Ramsbottom to ensure shop fronts and signs are kept in keeping with the area. This booklet can also be used as a guide for other areas.
Supplementary Planning Guidance
A comprehensive list of planning guidance.
Unitary Development Plan
Bury Council's development plan for the Borough.
