To exercise on behalf of the Council powers and duties within existing policies and practices of general concern to Bideford excluding those matters specifically dealt with by another Committee.
To consider all planning applications received from the County and District Councils for observations and decide the Council’s response in each case.
To respond to consultations on Planning Policy Documents such as the Local Development Framework
To consider any matters of general relevance to town planning and development control affecting Bideford, including comments and contributions to the development plans of other councils.
To consider any matters concerning the physical environment of Bideford, including land usage, enhancement schemes, tree protection and development schemes.