Local Plan and Planning Strategy FAQs
- What is the role of the planning system?
- What is the link between the planning policy and planning applications?
- What is a Development Plan?
- What is the South East Plan?
- What is a Local Development Framework?
- What is the 'development plan' for Fareham Borough?
- How will the Fareham Local Development Framework be prepared?
- How can I become involved in the preparation of the Fareham Local Development Framework?
- What are Supplementary Planning Documents?
- Where can I find the Proposals Map?
What is the role of the planning system?
The purpose of the planning system is to control the use and development of land in the public interest. In carrying out this purpose, the system aims to balance the need for growth with the protection of natural and historic resources and quality of life. The current planning framework is based upon a variety of central government Acts, regulations and guidance, intended to produce what is known as "the plan-led system". Its objectives are to ensure rational, speedy and consistent decisions, achieve greater certainty and secure public involvement in shaping planning.
What is the link between the planning policy and planning applications?
The plan-led system requires that all planning applications must be determined in accordance with the contents of the Development Plan for the area, unless what are known as "material considerations" indicate that a different view should be taken.
A development plan contains the overall land use and development strategy for the Borough and specific planning policies that will help to deliver the strategy, and provide a framework for Development Control decisions. This is the key document that is used by development control officers assessing, and the Planning Development Control Committee determining, planning proposals and applications. Policies are included in the Plan in order to translate government and regional and planning guidance, and policies of the South Hampshire Strategy, into the local context, address important local issues or provide any necessary site specific advice.
The South East Plan sets out the planning framework for the south-east region and is being prepared by the South East of England Regional Assembly. This Plan can be inspected at the Fareham Civic Offices or at www.southeast-ra.gov.uk (this is an external hyperlink)
What is a Local Development Framework?
The Government has recently introduced a new planning system through the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. This will mean that the current Fareham Borough Local Plan Review (2000) will be replaced by the Fareham Local Development Framework. The Fareham Local Development Framework will consist of a number of documents prepared in turn over the next few years. The Fareham Local Development Framework will aim to make sure that there is a balance between environmental, economic, social and housing needs throughout the Borough. Through continuous community participation the Framework will be shaped by the views and needs of residents and businesses throughout Fareham Borough.
What is the 'development plan' for Fareham Borough?
The current development plan for Fareham is the Fareham Borough Local Plan Review, adopted in June 2000. Over the next few years this will become replaced by the Fareham Local Development Framework.
How will the Fareham Local Development Framework be prepared?
The Fareham Local Development Framework will be prepared by Planning Officers at the Borough Council. The Fareham Local Development Framework will be prepared in accordance with the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and follow advice and guidance in the South East Plan. A timetable of preparation has been approved by the Government.
How can I become involved in the preparation of the Local Development Framework?
With community participation at the heart of the new planning system, preparation of the Local Development Framework is an opportunity for you to be involved in planning the future of Fareham. The Statement of Community Involvement is a document detailing the approaches, methods and target audiences that the Local Authority will engage and consult with throughout the preparation of the Local Development Framework and in the determination of planning applications.
If you would like to be consulted throughout the preparation of the Framework, please contact the Planning Policy Team on 01329 236100 ext 2318 or 2363, progress of the Fareham Local Development Framework and current consultations is constantly kept up to date.
What are Supplementary Planning Documents?
Supplementary Planning Documents are non-statutory documents which are not subject to independent examination yet are subject to a thorough process of public consultation. They can also be ‘material considerations’ when making decisions about new development. Supplementary Planning Documents will supplement policies and proposals in the Development Plan Documents and may take the form of site development briefs, or issue-based documents.
Where can I find the Proposals Map?
The proposals map is a graphical representation of the policies within the Local Plan and is available via the Planning Portal website (this is an external hyperlink).
For further information please contact the Department of Planning and Transportation on tel: 01329 236100 or contact us by e-mail: planningpolicy@fareham.gov.uk.
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