Issue - meetings

The report of the Interim Planning Policy Team Manager.

The Interim Planning Policy Team Manager presented the report.

Members had a discussion during which support was expressed for the document. It was noted that, following a recent meeting at Battram, independently held by the Chair which was attended by many members of the public, it was made clear that there was a lack of understanding of the Local Plan among residents. Further to this, it was asked whether simplified versions of the documents could have been published in addition to those written by officers to ensure they were easier to understand and if external communications could be arranged. The Head of Planning and Infrastructure responded that he would look at options with the Communications team.

After it was asked whether a consultation could be held prior to the Regulation 19 consultation to help address issues with communication, the Head of Planning and Infrastructure stated that there would not have been sufficient time for another consultation prior to the Regulation 19 consultation. It was added, however, that there would be a future meeting with parish council clerks to brief them on the next steps for the Local Plan.

BY GENERAL AFFIRMATION, IT WAS RESOLVED THAT:

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