Local Plan (Review)
The current Local Plan was adopted in July 2020. It is therefore due for review, which must commence five years after its adoption. Work has begun.
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.
The new system requires a four month scoping/notification stage prior to the 30 month plan making stage. We expect this to start in July 2026.
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.