This is notice of a Local Plan, Regulation 18 Consultation. The document was approved for consultation at Full Council on 22nd January 2026.
A local plan is central to the planning system. When adopted they have statutory policy weight. It guides development in the public interest. The Local Plan provides a vision and a strategic policy framework as to where and how development occurs over the next 15-20 yrs. It includes housing, jobs, retail, community facilities, transport, utilities and areas of environmental protection.
This is your opportunity to comment and influence the Local Plan content and what could happen in your Parish or Town over the next 20 years. The Council would now like to hear from anyone who has any views about the Revised Draft Local Plan. The consultation period runs from Wednesday 4th February 2026 to Wednesday 18th March 2026.
Further information is available at https://fdean-consult.objective.co.uk/kse/
