Evidence base
What evidence is the Local Plan based on?
The Local Plan is built on a detailed evidence base. This includes research and data on housing needs, jobs and the economy, retail and town centres, transport, schools and health facilities, open spaces, the environment, climate change, and heritage. It uses population forecasts, market trends, site assessments, and expert studies to make sure policies are realistic and deliverable. An Integrated Impact Assessment (covering sustainability, health, equalities, and habitats) is also published alongside the draft plan.
As it's the first consultation (Reg 18) the evidence base can still be in draft form, but it will be complete for the second consultation (Reg 19) which we expect to take place later this year. Some of the evidence base work has however already been completed and will be published alongside the Reg 18 consultation - comments can be made on any aspect of the evidence base during the consultation, and any suggested additions, or amendments to the evidence base documents will be considered. Further work has been commissioned to support the submission Local Plan which will be completed later this year.
The evidence base can be found on our webpage.
