Advice for developers about Advance Payments Code notices
Any amendments to a Building Regulations application can result in either
Receipt of a further APC notice
Amendment of the existing APC notice
Exemptions
The exemptions most often used are under Section 219(4)(d) and Section 219(4)(e)
Section 219(4)(d)
This exemption applies where a Section 38 Agreement has been completed....This exemption does not apply
where there is only an intention to enter into a Section 38, or
on the issuing of Technical Approval
Section 219(4)(e)
This exemption applies to roads that are constructed to a suitable standard....To apply for this exemption please provide
confirmation the street(s) are to an acceptable construction standard
as built plans
details of the construction depths and materials used
photographs of all stages of construction
details of the street’s future maintenance arrangement
any other supporting documentation
Other exemptions
Section 219(4) of the Highways Act 1980 contains exemptions (a) to (k).
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/roads-highways-and-pavements/highway-and-infrastructure-adoptions/advice-for-developers-about-advance-payments-code-notices/
Last updated: 21/07/2025 10:59:57
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Key Council documents
Cornwall Council has a number of strategies, policies and plans that form a part of our decision making process....A nation that is vibrant, globally connected, and proud....We will do this in a way that is strategic and consistent.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/your-council/key-council-documents/
Last updated: 21/10/2026 15:14:56
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Employee contribution rates
Employee contribution rates as of April 2026
Band
Actual pensionable pay
Main section contribution Rate
50/50 section contribution Rate
1
Up to £18,400
5.5%
2.75%
2
£18,401 to £29,000
5.8%
2.90%
3
£29,001 to £47,300
6.5%
3.25%
4
£47,301 to £59,800
6.8%
3.40%
5
£59,801 to £84,000
8.5%
4.25%
6
£84,001 to £119,100
9.9%
4.95%
7
£119,101 to £140,400
10.5%
5.25%
8
£140,401 to £210,700
11.4%
5.70%
9
£210,701 or more
12.5%
6.25%
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/cornwall-pension-fund/employers/employee-contribution-rates/
Last updated: 22/04/2026 07:33:11
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How do I foster?
Stage Two involves a social worker spending some time with you....At the end of Stage Two, a report will be taken to the Fostering Panel for approval....Once approved we will immediately start to consider matching you with a child or children who need a fostering placement.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/childrens-services/adoption-and-fostering-in-cornwall-and-the-isles-of-scilly/foster/how-do-i-foster/
Last updated: 11/08/2026 14:56:29
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Meeting rooms at Truro Library
There are three community rooms with a refreshment and kitchen area....Session
Large Room (seats 50) plus use of refreshment area
Medium Room (seats 25) plus use of refreshment area
Training Room (seats 15)
Single session
£80 (£64)
£70 (£56)
Single use £70 (£56)2 Consecutive Days Discount £50 (£29)
Double session
£140 (£112)
£100 (£80)
Single use £100 (£80)2 Consecutive Days Discount £80 (£45)
Hourly rate £20
Saturday hire*
Large Room (seats 50) plus use of refreshment area
Medium Room (seats 25) plus use of refreshment area
Training Room (seats 15)
Single session
£70 (£56)
£60 (£48)
£60 (£48)
Double session
£120 (£96)
£80 (£64)
£80(£64)
Hourly Rate
NA
NA
£17(£13)
*Only available on selected dates
Plan of community rooms
Registered charities and not for profit organisations receive a discounted rate (prices in brackets)....Monday – FridayMorning Sessions - 9.00am - 1.00pmAfternoon Sessions - 1.00pm - 5.00pmAll day Session - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturdays Morning session - 10.00am - 1.00pm
Cancellation Fees and Charges - Commercial Bookings- Bookings cancelled prior to commencement date: - 1 month: No charge- 15 – 30 days: 25% of total booking fee- 4 – 14 days: 50% of total booking fee- Less than 3 days: 100% of total booking fee
*Please note all session time are inclusive of set up and pack down, access to the room prior/post to the time listed above will not be authorised.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-museums-and-archives/libraries/your-local-library/truro-library/meeting-rooms-at-truro-library/
Last updated: 28/03/2024 16:31:26
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NIHR HDRC Cornwall projects
Swimming for Health
Provided support to a staff member evaluating a newly revised programme....This led to involvement in a published journal article on the quantitative evidence....There is also a qualitative paper currently being prepared.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/health-determinants-research-collaboration/research-at-nihr-hdrc-cornwall/hdrc-cornwall-projects/
Last updated: 13/05/2026 11:24:00
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Walk Wheel and Cycle
Active travel refers to walking, wheeling and cycling.The Council promotes active travel as a healthy and sustainable means of transport.Active travel mapsThe active travel maps show:key locations including schools, local shops and green spaceshow to get to them on foot, by bike or by public transportfurther information about walking and cycling routes in the local areaa handy distance/time calculatorDownload the maps for free below:Local cycling and walking plansIn 2020 the Government produced a Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy....They are a strategic approach to identifying cycling and walking improvements.Use our interactive mapping to view LCWIP'sThey enable a long-term approach to developing local cycling and walking networks....In turn, increasing the number of trips made on foot or by cycle.The key outputs of LCWIPs are: a network plan for walking and cycling with preferred routes and core walking zonesa prioritised programme of infrastructure improvements for future investmenta report which sets out the context for the identified improvements and networkThe LCWIP will be the basis of bids for funding to deliver these improvements.You can read Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans below:TruroNewquayFalmouthCamborne, Pool, Illogan and RedruthLiskeardHelston: part 1, part 2, part 3St Austell: part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4Wadebridge and Padstow: part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4Penzance Torpoint & Rame: part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6Hayle & St Ives: part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6, part 7, part 8, part 9, part 10, part 11, part 12, Current schemesBeryl BikesWe have partnered with Beryl to deliver public e-bike and scooter hire schemes in:Falmouth and PenrynNewquayPenzanceTruroFound
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/sustainable-transport/active-travel-walking-and-cycling/
Last updated: 18/08/2026 15:28:44
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Crescent, Bude, EX23 8LE
This is a long stay car park
View location map
Permitted vehicles
Cars, motorcycles, coaches, trailers, caravans. ...Charges
1 April - 31 October
All days 9am - 6pm
Up to 1 hour - £2.70
1 to 2 hours - £5.30
2 to 4 hours - £7.70
24 hours - £11.70
Weekly - £29.20
All days 6pm - Midnight
Evening Session - £2.50
Midnight to 9am - No Charge
Coach Charges 9am - Midnight
1 November - 31 March
All days 9am - 4pm
Up to 1 hour - £1.50
1 to 2 hours - £2.70
2 to 4 hours - £5.70
24 hours - £7.20
Weekly - £17.60
All days 4pm - 9am
No Charge
Coach Charges 9am - 4pm
Motorhome (Self Contained) Charges
All days 6pm - 9am
April to October - £20.00
November to March - £17.40
Payment
Pay and display (all coins 10p to £2, Chip and Pin, contactless, Apple Pay and Google Pay)
Pay by mobile phone
the location code for this car park is 8207
the location code for coaches in this car park is 8208
Season and rover tickets
Season, Rover and Coach Rovers tickets are available for this car park. ...Disabled parking
Motorcycle parking
Motorcycles can park for free in a designated motorcycle parking space where provided and in other areas of the car park where it doesn’t cause an obstruction.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/parking/cornwall-council-car-parks/crescent-bude-ex23-8le/
Last updated: 22/07/2026 09:16:52
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Park Corner, Penzance, TR18 2QP
Reserved parking
Facilities and details
Facilities
Details
Number of spaces
4
Surface
Bitmac
Secure car park
No
Car park opening hours
24 Hours
Height restriction
No
Weight restriction
3050kg
Coach parking
No
Lorries over 3500kg
No
Motorhome facilities or spaces
No
Suitable for touring caravans/trailers
No
Overnight sleeping
No sleeping or overnight camping
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/parking/cornwall-council-car-parks/park-corner-penzance-tr18-2qp/
Last updated: 22/07/2026 09:04:01
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Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment 2017 Update
A light touch review of the Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment (PFRA) was carried out and submitted to Defra in June 2017....The review consisted of:
a self assessment pro forma
an update to the table of significant historical floods and accompanying spreadsheet responses
No significant changes were identified....PFRA Review self-assessment form
Update to table of significant flood events
Sheet 1 - PFRA spreadsheet annex
Sheet 2 - PFRA spreadsheet annex
Sheet 3 - PFRA spreadsheet annex
Sheet 4 - PFRA spreadsheet annex
You can find the original PFRA here.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/countryside/flood-risk/preliminary-flood-risk-assessment-2017-update/
Last updated: 20/08/2025 14:51:34
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