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    Our draft new Local Plan 2019-2039 

    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 a 20 year period from 2019 - 39. 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 preparation of a draft new Hastings Local Plan provides an opportunity to refresh the existing statutory development plan to deliver on council objectives and community priorities. It will set out the council's spatial strategy for growth and new development in Hastings. It will also include detailed development management policies setting out the form development in Hastings will need to take and any measures required to mitigate the impact of development. 

    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.

    Want to know more about the Local Plan and get involved?

    • View the Hastings draft Local Plan. 
    • View our things you need to know page
    • Opt in to receive updates from the Planning Policy team.
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