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Written question asked by Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 9 September 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 11 September 2024. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 September 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Housing: National Landscapes and National Parks

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether land allocated to (a) National Landscapes and (b) National Parks will be taken into consideration for housing requirements (i) generally and (ii) in Chichester District.

Answer

National planning policy makes clear that land designated as National Landscapes and National Parks should be taken into account by local authorities when establishing a housing requirement for their area. Local authorities are expected to evidence and justify their approach through local plan consultation and examination.

In our consultation on proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system, we made clear that land safeguarded by existing environmental designations, including National Parks and National Landscapes, will maintain its current protections.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
4908
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Construction National landscapes Housing National parks
Link
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