ADEPT has responded to the government’s recent planning consultation.

The ‘National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system consultation’ sets out the proposed reforms to the current system.

ADEPT’s response to the consultation emphasises the need for a robust and flexible planning framework that prioritises local needs, while fostering sustainable development.

It supports the proposed reintroduction of strategic planning and sub-regional partnerships working together to drive sustainable infrastructure and housing delivery.

However, it challenges a number of points including the methodology for calculating housing numbers and the implementation of biodiversity net gain (BNG) requirements.

ADEPT’s full response is available on the ADEPT website.

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