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 - this includes ensuring the right number of houses are built, developing the right kind of shopping and recreation facilities, creating appropriate office and industrial spaces and nurturing opportunities for local jobs.

The LDF comprises a folder of documents that will replace the Lichfield Local Plan and also contain policies and proposals to help achieve the objectives of the Sustainable Community Strategy.

Initially we will create a Core Strategy which describes how we believe the district should be developed in the coming years. A range of other documents are also programmed and can be found within the Local Development Scheme 2007 (LDS).

New to Planning?

Never fear! We've put together a simple guide to the LDF and Core Strategy (the part of the framework we're currently consulting on), which should help you.

Help shape this framework online

We have a new consultation system to help you give your views online. The system allows you to view all the development plan documents as 'virtual books' and to comment on certain sections at the click of a button. You can also view what other people have said about the same issues or sections.

And to make sure you don't miss out on getting involved, you can sign up for e-mail alerts which will notify you when new documents are published online.

You can visit our Consultation Centre to view documents but before you can comment online you must register first.