Design Review Panels

Published On: 23rd June 2025

Urban Design Learning has published a Code of Conduct for Design Review Panels.

It is based on 110 responses to their survey of local authorities across the country, drawing on their experience of such panels and their views on what could help build trust in them and ensure design review advice is trusted, professional and consistent.

Communities and local authorities could check if their Design Review Panel meets this Code of Conduct.

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