Think of planning and you might think of complicated rules and red tape, but planning is about the future and future generations, it’s about people and communities and it’s about all of us working together to make sure that: “The right building and development, of the right design and quality, happens in the right place, at the right time, and the impact of any new development is well managed.”
We do this by preparing a Local Plan, which looks ahead 20 years and carefully considers how many new homes and workplaces that our area needs to continue to thrive, while also protecting our local and historic character and special landscapes, green spaces and environment. It’s also a key tool in helping us to identify and address the challenges for people and wildlife arising from climate change.
How to take part
We can’t get the Local Plan right without input from the community. That’s why we need to consult on the Local Plan during multiple phases of creating it. After each phase, we carefully look through your comments and amend the Local Plan accordingly.
Your input is crucial and we value your opinions, so please share your thoughts. If you prefer a quicker option, consider responding to our Quick Consultation. Please continue to check back on this page for opportunities to have your say in future rounds of consultation.
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Healthy routes - cycling
This is an example activity for demonstration purposes only. This site is operated by Delib Ltd and submitted responses will be discarded. The Healthy Streets Approach and the 10 Indicators of a Healthy Street were developed by Lucy Saunders, a specialist in public health and transport. These were first included in TfL policy in the first Health Action Plan in 2014 and TfL has been working on how to deliver this Approach in London. The Mayor expects the Healthy Streets Approach to be...
Westmorland & Furness Local plan area
Westmorland and Furness Council must prepare a Local Plan for the district outside the National Parks (the national parks prepare their own local plans). This interactive map shows the area within the Westmorland & Furness Local Planning Area.
You can also view where we will be hosting our drop-in events throughout the Local Planning Area.
This is an interactive map.
A map showing the local plan areas
Closed consultations and engagement
Arlen Hill Local Plan
This is an example activity for demonstration purposes only. This site is operated by Delib Ltd and submitted responses will be discarded. We are preparing a new Local Plan, which will help shape Arlen Hill to 2040. The Local Plan helps to ensure that planning decisions are made in the best interests of our neighbourhoods and communities. Providing your feedback can take as little as 15 minutes. This website has been designed to help you respond to the topics that matter to you...