I agree that I don't think his ailments will have any sway on your planning applications.
I do think you should make an effort to communicate with him. Endeavour to make it clear that you'll try to mitigate his concerns.
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I agree that I don't think his ailments will have any sway on your planning applications.
I do think you should make an effort to communicate with him. Endeavour to make it clear that you'll try to mitigate his concerns.