Planning Inspectorate confirm RS numbers form part of all development plans "on an ongoing basis"

The Planning Inspectorate has issued guidance following thte CALA homes decision - effectively confirming that the 'former' RSS numbers will still apply in planning decisions until the abolition is ratified in legislation following the Localism Bill's passage through parliament.

This effectively leaves developers with an open window for applications and appeals on the basis of RSS numbers until this point in time (estimated as November 2012).

The Planning Inspectorate's key line as far as the development community is concerned reads as follows:

"Until any further announcement is made and/or legislation to formally repeal or revoke RS is implemented, the Cala decision means that RS is part of the development plan on an ongoing basis."

Updates on the situation will follow as they are made public.