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Go to [http://www.planningportal.gov.uk and](http://www.planningportal.gov.uk and) follow the instructions.  \nFile Formats  \n• All plans/drawings that need to be reproduced at a particular scale must be in Adobe PDF file format (scaleable to the original paper size) . We are unable to accept CAD files.  \n• After converting each file to a PDF, please check that the conversion has been successful before sending.  \n• Each document should default to its intended size when printing. Otherwise, the intended size for printing should somehow be indicated where appropriate. Please do a test print for yourself and verify that the size and scale are as intended.  \n• Guidance on converting CAD drawings to a scaleable PDF can be found on the Planning Portal website. Go to [http://www.planningportal.gov.uk and](http://www.planningportal.gov.uk and) follow the instructions. We will send you a copy if you email your request to[envscanning@richmond.gov.uk](envscanning@richmond.gov.uk).  \n• Photographs, sketches and other illustrations that do not need to be reproduced to scale can be submitted as the following file extensions- .jpg, .tif, .gif or Word.  \n• Printed reports and other text based documents as the following file extensions-.doc, . pdf, .txt.  \n• All file names should be prefixed with a maximum eight character alpha/numeric, followed by a brief description of the contents (e.g. DRWG0001SiteLayout. pdf) . These files will be accessible for public view and must be clear and comprehensible. It is preferable to keep the number of attached drawings to a minimum provided they all have the relevant information and comply with file size limits.  \n• Please do not submit .exe files or use zip utilities to condense file sizes. We are notable to accept these as they may mask a virus.  \nFile Size  \n• Online submission – The combined size of files should not exceed 25mb. For major applications or other applications likely to exceed these limits, we suggest you complete the application form online and submit drawings and other information to the Council on CD. You should indicate that these have been submitted separately on the ‘add/remove attachments’ screen. Please keep to the 5mb individual file size when submitting drawings or documents on disk.  \n• Individual files should not exceed 5mb in order to ensure that download/viewing times are reasonable.  \n• Please try to keep the file sizes as small as possible. Larger documents should be split into smaller files and labelled Part 1, Part 2 etc.  \n• Consider the resolution you use – 300dpi is normally adequate for black and white drawings.  \n• Hard copies of your documents will be produced in our office using a printer or a plotter. All documents should be a standard metric size, e.g. A4, A3, A2, etc.  \n• Submission by CD ROM – CDs may be submitted where there is a large number of associated documents. Please clearly label your CD with your contact details, the address of the application site and include on the CD “a manifest” e.g. the contents of the files contained.  \n• CDs may be submitted where the Council has requested revised and/or additional documents in relation to an existing planning application.  \nNaming  \nThe following details should be provided on all electronic documents and covering emails to help us match your documents to the correct case.  \n• Application/reference number.  \n• Applicants/agents name.  \n• Proposal.  \n• Site address.  \n• All documents and drawings should be clearly and uniquely labelled and include version/issue numbers e.g. title, drawing number and version/issue.  \n• Amended or additional plans/documentation should also be clearly labelled in the same way.  \n• Existing and proposed drawings should be stored in separate clearly labelled files.  \n• Do not embed [key documents e.g. site](key doc","cbCaifIIuRbCRrWQ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaifIIuRbCRrWQ","pdf",42128,"English","# File Formats\n## File Size\n## Naming and Required Details\n## Paper Sizes and Colour\n## Scale/Print Size and Orientation\n## Photographs and Photomontages","[{\"question\":\"Which file formats are acceptable for planning application submissions?\",\"answer\":\"Plans and drawings that must be reproduced to a particular scale should be submitted as Adobe PDF. 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