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Planning policy

These pages provide details about the Wakefield District Local Plan, other guidance documents and strategies for development and about how the use of land is monitored.

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  • Wakefield District Local Plan

    Details of the adopted Local Plan which sets out policies and land allocations for guiding development and protecting the environment.

  • Planning Guidance and Masterplans

    View adopted Supplementary Planning Documents, approved master plans, and other guidance documents.

  • Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

    Details of a charge placed on some new developments to fund necessary infrastructure in Wakefield district and view annual Infrastructure Funding Statements.

  • Neighbourhood Planning

    Information on how to get involved in neighbourhood planning, neighbourhood plans in use and under preparation and other designated area.

  • Statement of Community Involvement

    Details of the adopted Statement of Community Involvement and how the Council will engage with people and organisations when preparing Local Plans and Supplementary Planning Documents.

  • Information and Monitoring

    View information and monitoring documents, including annual Authority Monitoring Reports, Brownfield Land Register and evidence on matters such as housing need and supply, flood risk and green space need.

  • Latest Planning Policy News

    View the latest planning policy news for the Wakefield district, including news on any consultations.

  • Wakefield District Local Plan Preparation and Examination

    Details about previous consultations and the Examination of the Wakefield District Local Plan which was adopted on 24 January 2024.

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