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Article 4 Directions

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Planning control measures that can withdraw permitted development rights for certain types of development, allowing for greater oversight and consideration of community impact. These directions are issued by local planning authorities to withdraw specific permitted development rights in a defined area, requiring planning permission for certain changes of use.

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