The planning system has a vital role to play in:

• Unlocking the inland waterway network’s economic, social and environmental value
• Protecting the network of canals, rivers, and docks from inappropriate development
• Protecting and enhancing the natural and historic waterway environment
• Improving the health and performance of the waterway corridors and their adjoining communities
• Securing the long-term sustainability of the network

CRT’s toolkit includes:

• About CRT and the planning system
• Planning consultations
• CRT’s statutory consultee role
• Planning policy
• Permission in principle
• Making sure communities benefit from our waterways
• Creating successful waterside places
• Planning and waterway jargon busters