Local Plan evidence base: housing

In order to meet the requirements set out in national guidance, the Local Plan is informed by detailed technical studies. These make up the Local Plan evidence base. 

The studies that have been carried out for the Local Plan reflect Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s locally distinctive issues, challenges and opportunities, unique to the town. 

Housing evidence supports the following Local Plan chapters:

  • housing delivery
  • meeting housings needs

Additional evidence will be gathered and published as required.

Housing delivery

LP079 strategic housing land availability assessment SHLAA (2014)

Strategic housing land availability assessment (SHLAA June 2015)

Meeting housing needs