Overview

This bill aims to simplify the process of setting up caravan sites in England and Wales by removing the need for planning permission for licence applicants. It amends the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960 to achieve this.

Description

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

• Section 3 Amendments: Subsections (3) and (5) of Section 3, dealing with site licences issued by local authorities, are repealed. Part of subsection (4) is also removed. These changes are designed to eliminate the planning permission requirement for caravan site licences.
• Extent and Commencement: The Act applies only to England and Wales and comes into effect on the day it is passed.
• Short Title: The Act will be known as the Caravan Sites Act 2021.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify any changes to government spending. The potential impact on government finances is indirect and difficult to quantify, depending on any resulting increase in applications and local authority workload for licensing.

Groups Affected

• Caravan Site Applicants: This bill would significantly benefit them by reducing bureaucratic hurdles in setting up caravan sites.
• Local Authorities: Local authorities will be responsible for processing licence applications. This could potentially increase their workload.
• Local Communities: The impact on local communities is potentially complex, potentially leading to increased caravan sites but also possibly affecting local planning and infrastructure.
• Environmental Protection Groups: Potentially concerned about the environmental impacts of increased caravan sites, potentially requiring more oversight from local authorities.

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