As we prepare the Neighbourhood Plan, we will identify existing documents (or create our own reports) that will provide an evidence based for our Plan.
Neighbourhood Plan Key Documents
We have been undertaking a series of consultancy studies on various sub themes – the key documents and links are given here:
Please note that these documents are draft and we are looking to update them in line with the comments received.
- Design Code (August 2023)
- Housing Needs Assessment Study (November 2022)
- Town Centre Car Park Study (February 2023)
- Town Centre Design Guidance (April 2023)
- Walking & Cycling Study (May 2023)
Neighbourhood Plan Newsletter
Click on the side links to view and download our Newsletters.
- Newsletter Issue 2 (July 2023)
- Newsletter Issue 1 (December 2021)
National Planning Policy and Guidance
All Neighbourhood Plans are required to have regard to national planning policies and guidance – the key documents and links are given here:
- National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
- National Planning Policy Guidance (supplements the NPPF)
- National Design Guide (a national design code is expected shortly)
Local Planning Policy and Guidance
All Neighbourhood Plans have to be in general conformity with the strategic planning policies for their area. Other evidence relating to the Local Plan preparation can also be relevant.
Our Evidence
The evidence we produce will be displayed here…