Local Development Scheme

The Local Development Scheme (PDF, 272KB) (LDS) sets out a timeline of document production for the Council’s replacement Local Plan. To request this information in an alternative format please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Production of a LDS is required by provisions set out within the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 (as amended by the Localism Act 2011). This requires the Borough Council to publish a LDS on its website, and we will advise on progression against key milestones within our future published Authorities Monitoring Reports.