Form: Rights of way: order making authority checklist
Summary
The Planning Inspectorate has updated its Rights of Way order-making authority checklist to reflect changes in document submission, electronic communication, accessibility requirements and supporting information. The revised guidance also clarifies expectations where an authority takes a neutral stance and asks authorities to retain a PDF copy of the submission bundle for future access.
Why it matters
Surveyors involved in rights of way, land access or development work may need to understand the updated submission requirements and the emphasis on complete, well-indexed electronic documentation. The changes also highlight the importance of accurate landowner contact details and procedural compliance in order-making processes.
Key points
- Scanned copies of sealed orders are now acceptable; hard copy duplicates are no longer required.
- Authorities are asked to submit documents in checklist order with an index and, where possible, email addresses for parties.
- Guidance has been clarified for cases where the order-making authority takes a neutral stance.
- The checklist has been updated to reference new AI guidance and accessibility regulations.
- Authorities are encouraged to keep a PDF copy of the submission bundle for future requests.
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