Unilateral undertakings
6.1 The submission of unilateral undertakings on behalf of applicants may be acceptable. If this approach is being considered on behalf of the applicant then it is important that it is discussed at the pre-application stage with the relevant Development Management case officer before any work is done on the proposed undertaking. A unilateral undertaking must comply with the same statutory and policy requirements as a bilateral agreement. Where a unilateral undertaking is submitted and it meets the relevant tests then it will be taken into account as a material consideration when determining the application. However, if the obligation does not meet those tests and the proposed development is unacceptable without it, then the planning application will be recommended for refusal. If an alteration to the undertaking would overcome the reason for refusal then the Council will advise the developer prior to determining the application.