Talk About London | Planning Basics

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Hosts Leanne Tritton, The London Society and Dave Hill, OnLondon, as they delve into the intricacies of London’s planning system with planning expert Mike Kiely.

Discover how planning impacts housing, infrastructure, and urban development in the capital city. This episode demystifies the planning process, explores the role of local councils, and discusses the influence of the Mayor of London.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction by Leanne Tritton and Dave Hill 02:15 – The Basics of the Planning System 05:30 – Mike Kiely on Planning Myths and Realities 10:45 – The Role of Planning Officers vs. Planning Committees 15:20 – Zoning Plans vs. Discretionary Systems 20:00 – Community Engagement in Planning 25:30 – The Mayor of London’s Influence on Local Plans 30:45 – Challenges and Future of London’s Housing Needs 35:00 – The Role of AI in Planning Departments 40:00 – Closing Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Hashtags: #LondonPlanning #UrbanDevelopment #Podcast

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