Neighbourhood Planning

The government is introducing a new right for communities to create Neighbourhood Plans. These plans could be used by communities to propose new land use development locally, such as the building of new homes, businesses and shops.

ACRE is keeping abreast of this emerging agenda because of its relevance to the work of the RCAN. In particular we are keen to ensure that the experience of Community Led Planning informs the government’s thinking about how Neighbourhood Plans might work in practice, and how they will make the most of existing activity.

ACRE has produced several briefings that relate to the development of neighbourhood planning policy. Please click on the links below to view:

ACRE response to the draft Neighbourhood Planning regulations consultation (Jan 2012)

Update on Neighbourhood Planning (Jun 11)

Commentary on Neighbourhood Plans (Feb 11)