445 Update of neighbourhood development plan preparation progress PDF 112 KB
To inform members of the current status of plans being prepared by parish councils and neighbourhood forums.
Minutes:
Members received an update on the current status of neighbourhood plans and heard that the Rural Community Council (RCC) was providing some support under a service level agreement. Concern was expressed that some parish councils considered a neighbourhood plan to be a way to stop housing development. In response officers confirmed that whilst a neighbourhood plan was given weight in the planning process, it should not be seen as a way to stop housing and this was at the forefront of any advice given.
A member questioned how the process would work in West Clarendon, Hinckley as this was not a parished area. In response, it was stated that the process would be the same as with a parished area and would be lead by the neighbourhood forum.
RESOLVED – the report be welcomed and progress be noted.