Local Plan (Review)
The current Local Plan was adopted in July 2020. A review has now started, with a Notice of Intention to Commence a Local Plan issued by the National Park Authority on 29 June 2026. We are also asking for initial views - see our 'First Steps' pages for more information and how to comment.
The previous Government introduced the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 (LURA) which sets out a framework for a new plan-making system. The new system requires plans to be produced within 30 months. The Government will set out 'National Development Plan Policies' (NDMPs) which will be part of the development plan alongside policies in the next Local Plan.
Local Plan (July 2020)
The North York Moors Local Plan was adopted by the National Park Authority on 27 July 2020. Further information is available in the following documents.
North York Moors Local Plan 2020 (pdf)
Interactive Local Plan Policies Map
Sustainability Statement (pdf)
Authority Committee Report (pdf)
Local Plan - Examination in Public
Richard Schofield BA (Hons) MA MRTPI was appointed to carry out an independent examination of the draft Plan. The Examination took place in November 2019.
The Inspector's Report has further information.
Low Farm Sneaton - Planning Brief
Low Farm, Sneaton has been selected as part of the new Local Plan as an ‘Environmental Enhancement Site’ under Policy ENV13. Accordingly, a planning brief has been prepared for the site.