The Hastings Local Plan 2004 was formally adopted by the Borough Council on 14 April 2004 and has now become the statutory local plan for the Borough of Hastings. It sets out a framework of policies to guide and encourage development in Hastings up to the year 2011, whilst safeguarding and enhancing the environment.
The two main functions of the plan are:
The Hastings Local Development Framework is a new type of spatial Plan, currently being prepared following the Government's reform of the planning system in September 2004. The Hastings Local Development Framework is scheduled to be compiled over several years and once completed, will replace the existing Local Plan described above. The Hastings Local Development Framework will provide a spatial planning framework for the town. It will contain policies directed at creating quality housing, good job opportunities, better transport provision as well as identifying and protecting the best of our built and natural environments.
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This page last updated: 06/08/2007
