How many local plans have been adopted?

Nine in ten local planning authorities have now adopted a Local Plan, but we know many of them are not being kept up-to-date. In March 2020, the government set a deadline of December 2023 for all councils to have up-to-date Local Plans in place.

Are local plans mandatory?

Local planning authorities must prepare a local plan which sets planning policies in a local authority area. These are very important when deciding planning applications.

What does a Local Plan do?

Local Plans are used to help decide on planning applications and other planning related decisions. In effect, they are the local guide to what can be built where, shaping infrastructure investments and determining the future pattern of development in the borough.

How long does it take to adopt a Local Plan?

The average time taken to adopt a local plan is 19 months, and most local plans take between 13 and 24 months from publication to adoption. National parks feature mostly in the fastest adopted local plans, and this is likely due to their non-contentious nature.

How do I set up a new cellular plan on my iPhone?

Go to Settings > Cellular, then tap Add Cellular Plan. Do one of the following: Set up a new plan with a QR code provided by your carrier: Position iPhone so that the QR code appears in the frame, or enter the details manually. You may be asked to enter a confirmation code provided by your carrier.

How do I add a local data plan to my iPhone?

Add a local data plan when you travel to another country or region. Have separate voice and data plans. Note: To use two different carriers, your iPhone must be unlocked. Insert a paper clip or SIM eject tool into the small hole of the SIM tray, then push in toward iPhone to eject the tray.

Who is responsible for preparing a local plan?

The Local Plan examination process and the role the Planning Inspectorate plays. Local plans are prepared by the Local Planning Authority (LPA), usually the Council or the national park authority for the area. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) states that the planning system should be genuinely plan-led.

When did Sheffield Council adopt the local plan?

The Council uses the Core Strategy and the saved UDP policies when deciding whether to grant planning permission. The Council is preparing a new Local Plan which we are calling the ‘Sheffield Plan’. The Core Strategy was adopted on 4 March 2009.