Local Plan Part 1 Review Examination

South Derbyshire District Council submitted its Local Plan Part 1 Review 2022-2041 to the Secretary of State for independent examination on 26 August 2026.

The Local Plan Part 1 Review sets out the strategic planning framework for South Derbyshire, including where new homes, employment and other development should take place across the District.

The examination is an independent process carried out by a Planning Inspector appointed by the Planning Inspectorate. The Inspector(s) will consider whether the Local Plan has been prepared in accordance with legal and procedural requirements and whether it is sound.

Guidance Notes

Procedural Guidance for Local Plans has been produced by the Planning Inspectorate, together with a short guide aimed at those participating in a local plan examination for the first time.

Examination library

The examination library contains documents relating to the Local Plan examination.

Documents will be added throughout the examination process and will include correspondence between the Council, the Planning Inspector and other relevant parties.