Proposed planning changes aimed at helping environment

Peoples views are wanted on proposed changes to planning laws aimed at tackling climate change while enhancing Island town centres.

Officials are looking at expanding permitted development rights, which are automatic grants of approval that allow certain building works to be carried out without the need for a formal planning application.

The first phase of it is looking at minor changes to existing sites and buildings which could help reduce carbon emissions, whilst the second is about potential amendments to change of use allowed by permitted development.

Those wanting to put forward their views can do so on the online government consultation hub before Monday, March 30.