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Draft New Local Plan introduction
Our draft new Local Plan 2023 - 2041
The council is updating its Local Plan following changes to National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF 2019), also known as the Framework. The draft new Local Plan will cover almost a 20 year period from 2023 to 2041. Before it can be adopted it will need to be subject to an independent examination (which is held in public) by the Planning Inspectorate.
What is the Local Plan?
The Local Plan sets out the council's policies for deciding planning applications, including where new homes could be built, how we aim to protect important parts of our natural, built and historic environment, and how we attract new investment to the area.
Why is the Local Plan important?
The Local Plan is needed to plan for the development and infrastructure that our borough needs. The vision, objectives and approach of the plan will be informed by evidence, engagement and consultation with key stakeholders but some of the priority themes and issues that it will respond to include:
- improving public health and wellbeing,
- achieving a thriving economy and creating new job opportunities,
- addressing climate change and meeting our zero carbon ambitions,
- delivering homes that people want in well-designed neighbourhoods,
- protecting and celebrating the town's natural and historic environment.
What is the timeline?
The key stages in the production of the new Local Plan, including how and when you can get involved are shown in our Local Development Scheme available on our New Local Plan timetable page. This page also gives the latest timeline information.
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