On 22 December 2022 the Department for Levelling-Up
Housing & Communities launched a public consultation into
proposed changes to national planning policy in England as outlined
in the National Planning Policy Framework and the Levelling Up and
Regeneration Bill currently making its way through
Parliament.
This decision outlines the key changes proposed to
the National Planning Policy Framework and future national policy,
specifically highlighting key matters which are of relevance to
Maidstone Borough Council. It recommends that members review the
draft responses and agree formal responses to the consultation
presented for consideration, as drafted by officers and appended to
the decision.
The consultation closes at
11.45pm on 2 March 2023.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 03/02/2023
Decision due: 22 Feb 2023 by Lead Member for Planning and Infrastructure