Overview

This bill aims to simplify the process of obtaining a caravan site licence in England and Wales by removing the requirement for planning permission. It amends the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960 to achieve this.

Description

The Caravan Sites Bill amends the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960. Specifically:

• It repeals subsections (3) and (5) of section 3, which relate to planning permission requirements for caravan site licences.
• It removes a portion of subsection (4) of section 3, further streamlining the licensing process.
• The bill applies only to England and Wales and comes into effect on the day it is passed.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to significantly impact government spending. The removal of planning permission requirements may lead to reduced administrative costs for local authorities in the long term, but no specific figures are provided in the bill text.

Groups Affected

The bill primarily affects:

• Caravan site applicants: They will experience a simplified licensing process, potentially reducing costs and time delays.
• Local authorities: They will have a reduced administrative burden related to planning permission for caravan site applications.
• Planning authorities: Their role in approving caravan sites will be removed.

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