Council chiefs are set to give the go ahead to launch a summer public consultation into future development sites in Leeds.
The Leeds Local Plan is a document setting out how much new development is forecast to take place across the district, where it will be and how it will look. It includes housing and commercial sites.
It signals to developers what the framework for development is for the future, by preparing policies that guide the grant or otherwise of planning permission. It also sets out what land will be protected and enhanced.
Senior councillors at next week’s executive board will discuss launching a public consultation on the detailed proposals. The consultation will not start before June 30.
A report to be considered by councillors states: “The production of a new Local Plan for the city is timely as it will guide the development industry to deliver the right type of housing (especially affordable homes) and for economic growth, which are both national priorities.
“At the same time [it will ensure] that the local environment is enhanced and that new development helps to mitigate and respond to climate change.”
The agenda and reports for next Wednesday’s executive board meeting can be read here.