Local Plan consultation starts this week

Members approved the plan for public consultation to get feedback before it and supporting documents, along with the comments received, are sent to the Secretary of State later this year for examination.

People will be able to give their views on its legal compliance and what is referred to as the 'soundness' of the plan - this relates to whether it meets the requirements set out in national policy, guidance and legislation.

The consultation opens 10am Thursday 8 August and closes 5pm Thursday 3 October.

There will be several drop-in events open to anyone who wants more information about the consultation and how to take part. The sessions will give people the opportunity to ask the planning policy team any questions they have about the plan. The team will also be able to assist with how to submit a representation.

The events are on:

• Monday 02 September 2024 5pm-8pm - Ugley Village Hall
• Wednesday 04 September 2024 5pm-8pm - Foakes Hall, Great Dunmow
• Monday 09 September 2024  5pm-8pm - Saffron Walden Town Hall
• Tuesday 10 September 2024  5pm-8pm - Priors Green Community Hall

The quickest and easiest way to read the draft plan and to provide feedback is via the website: www.uttlesford.gov.uk/new-local-plan.

As well as commenting online, responses to the consultation can be submittedby email or post using a form which is available from the district council and local libraries. Responses should be sent by email to: localplan@uttlesford.gov.uk or by post to: Local Plan Team, Uttlesford District Council, London Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4ER.

Paper copies of the plan will be available to view at the start of the consultation at the district council's offices in Saffron Walden and at local libraries. Parish councils will also be provided with copies and a briefing to be able to assist members of the public.

More information about the plan is available at: www.uttlesford.gov.uk/new-local-plan.

5 August 2024