Issue - meetings

The report of the Planning Policy and Land Charges Team Manager

The Planning Policy and Land Charges Team Manager presented the report to Members.

During discussion it was suggested that a clear timetable that corresponded with what the Committee was required to do, and decisions taken by Council and Cabinet be used going forward.  Officers responded that it would be challenging to provide such detail as the timetable regularly changes but would investigate further.

The uncertainties for officers were acknowledged including the lack of flexibility in the timescales due to deadlines imposed by government and the outcome of the general election which could lead to a reform of the planning system.

It was moved by Councillor P Moult, seconded by Councillor D Bigby and

RESOLVED THAT:

a)        The Local Development Scheme as set out at Appendix A be agreed.

b)        It be noted that the Local Plan being prepared under the current regulations will need to be submitted by 30 June 2025, as set out in Appendix B

c)        The potential consequences of not being able to meet this deadline be noted.