Local development framework
Did you know that all planning decisions - from deciding whether to
build a new shopping centre, to whether to approve a new housing
development - are assessed against a framework?
This type of framework is called a Local Development Framework (LDF) and it helps to make sure the district is developed in the right way.The LDF comprises a folder of documents that will replace the Lichfield Local Plan.
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Call for sites
The 'Call for Sites' is an early opportunity for individuals and
organisations to suggest sites within Lichfield District for future uses. The site suggestions received by us will be used to inform
the preparation of the Allocations of Land and Site Development
document.
Find out more about the call for sites...
West Midlands Regional Spatial Strategy (WMRSS) Phase Two - Update on Secretary of State's Proposed Changes
The report of the independent Panel who conducted the Examination in Public (EiP) into the WMRSS Phase Two Revision was published in September 2009. The Secretary of State has since been considering the Panel report, together with all representations on the draft WMRSS, with a view to preparing his Proposed Changes. The Government Office for the West Midlands (GOWM) has issued the following statement on its website on 5th January 2010 regarding the Proposed Changes for the WMRSS Phase Two Revision.
"Issues have arisen during the drafting of the Proposed Changes on which we require a legal view to ensure the final RSS will be robust. Given the large amount of material which Counsel will have to consider this is expected to take until the end of January. We hope to be able to publish soon after that."
Further information will be available on the GOWM website at the appropriate time. Any questions in relation to this should be directed to the Government Office via email (rss.team@gowm.gsi.gov.uk) or telephone (0121 352 5054).
When published, the Proposed Changes will be the subject of a final period of public consultation before the revised WMRSS is due to be approved by the Secretary of State.
For any further general information on the Phase Two Revision of the WMRSS please contact Stefan Preuss on s.preuss@wmra.gov.uk or telephone 0121 678 1018
Other documents related to the LDF
Most LDF related documents can be viewed via our Consultation Centre to view documents but before you can comment online you must register first.
Core Strategy (Development Plan Document)
The Core Strategy, currently in the process of being prepared, will form a key part of the Local Development Framework (LDF) for Lichfield District.
It will contain a vision and strategic objectives for the District as well as Core Policies that will set the basis for directing change in the District for the next 15 to 20 years.
Eventually the LDF will comprise of a series of Development Plan Documents (DPDs) and Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs). All of these will need to be consistent, in their policies and proposals, with the Core Strategy.
Key Dates:
- Publication of draft: November 2009 *
- Submission to secretary of state: February 2010
- Pre-hearing meeting: April 2010
- Commencement of hearing sessions: May 2010
- Adoption and publication: September 2010
As part of the formulation of the Core Strategy, we are considering allocating strategic housing sites in line with emerging preferred spatial development strategy.
In accordance with this, initial proposals and studies have been submitted for consideration by the District Council to form part of the evidence base.
The information that has been put forward by land owners / agents has been compiled in this section for ease and grouped by broad locations.
Allocations of Land & Site Development Policies (Development Plan Document)
The Land Allocations and Site Development Policies DPD will identify the requirements for the development of sites and areas that will contribute to the Core Strategy. Work on the document is due to start in 2009 and it is planned to adopted in 2011.
Key Dates:
- Commencement of document: July 2009
- Publication of draft: Nov 2010
- Submission to secretary of state: February 2011
- Commencement of examination: May 2011
- Adoption and publication: November 2011
Local Development Scheme
The Local Development Scheme is a public 'project plan' identifying which local development documents will be produced, in what order and when.
The Local Development Scheme acts as the starting point for the community and stakeholders to find out about the authority's planning policies in respect to a particular place or issue, and what the status of those policies. It also outline the details of and timetable for the production of all documents that make up the Local Development Framework over a three-year period.
Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs)
These are non statutory documents used to supplement policies and strategies set out in the Development Plan Documents. They can cover a wide range of issues. There are several SPDs, some of which have been adopted and others on which work is currently under way.
To find out more, visit our Supplementary Planning Documents section.
Statement of Community Involvement
The Statement of Community Involvement sets out how we plan to involve the local community and stakeholders in the preparation of our Local Development Framework.
The Statement will also describe our procedures and arrangements for involving the community when considering planning applications and major proposals for development.
The Statement was adopted by the District Council on the 25th April 2006 following receipt of the Inspector's Report as set out in the Adoption Statement and Adoption Notice.
Sustainability Appraisal/Strategic Environmental Assessment (SA/SEA)
The policies and proposals contained in the Local Development Framework (LDF) must be appraised to ensure that they contribute to the aims of Sustainable Development. The SA/SEA document sets out the results of this appraisal.
A key requirement of the LDF is that it contributes to the aims of Sustainable Development. The government defines Sustainable Development as:
- Living within environmental limits
- Ensuring a strong healthy and just society
- Achieving a sustainable economy
- Promoting good governance
- Using sound science responsibly
Evidence Base
We have assembled a range of information to inform the
preparation of the Local Development Framework.
A number of assessments are currently being prepared and will form part of our evidence base. Visit our Evidence Base Section to find out more.
Annual Monitoring Report (AMR)
The Annual Monitoring Report is a position statement setting out our monitoring strategy in relation to Local Development Framework (LDF) indicator requirements.
At this early stage, the AMR continues to put emphasis on explaining the shift away from the monitoring requirements of the 1998 Local Plan to the broader monitoring requirements associated with the LDF.
