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Neighbourhood Planning

Neighbourhood Plans were introduced by Government through the Localism Act in 2011.

Once they have successfully completed the preparation process, Neighbourhood Plans will legally have policy status and will be used to help decide planning applications, within the parameters set by the district-wide local plan, a neighbourhood plan must be used to positively encourage sustainable development.

Following the end of a period of public consultation, the District Council must decide whether to designate the proposed neighbourhood area. (more…)

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ning policies, guidance and supporting documents.

Local Plan

• Epping Forest District Local Plan 2011 to 2033
• Local Development Scheme
• Local Plan evidence base
• Infrastructure delivery

Neighbourhood Planning

• Neighbourhood Planning

Monitoring

• Authority Monitoring Reports

Planning Policy Registers

• Brownfield land register

Other Planning Guidance and Information

• Harlow and Gilston Garden Town
• Strategic Masterplanning
• Sustainability Guidance
• Green Infrastructure Strategy
• Article 4 Directions
• Statement of Community Involvement
• Assets of Community Value
• Quality Review Panel
• Developer forum
• Other Planning Guidance and Information
• EFSAC protocol for releasing planning decisions