Paragraph 22 Co-OperationI1

In the event that either the undertaker or DC (for the purpose of this paragraph 22 “the party” or together “the parties”) wishes to take any action which would impact on the ability of the undertaker to carry out the authorised development or DC to carry out its statutory functions, the parties must use reasonable endeavours to cooperate with one another in order to align work streams so to minimise or avoid disruption to the other party’s works. In respect of the references to ‘work’ and ‘works’ in this sub-paragraph 7(1), to the extent that this refers to ‘work’ or ‘works’ to be undertaken by DC, the definition of works in paragraph F117 of this Part does not apply.

Subject to paragraph 23, differences or disputes arising between the undertaker and DC under this Schedule will, unless otherwise agreed in writing between the undertaker and DC, be determined by arbitration in accordance with article 45 (arbitration) of the Order.

For the avoidance of doubt whenever DC’s consent, agreement or approval is required in relation to plans, documents or other information submitted by the undertaker or the taking of action by DC is required, it must not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.