Audley rural neighbourhood plan examination

The examination

Independent examiner Mr John Slater BA(Hons), DMS, MRTPI has been appointed by us to carry out the examination of the plan.

The purpose of the examination

This is to test whether the draft neighbourhood plan, submitted for examination, meets the basic conditions, and other matters set out in paragraph 8 of Schedule 4B to the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended).

Comments received in response to the Regulation 16 public consultation

These comments will also be considered by the independent examiner.

There is more information on neighbourhood plans and the examination process on the Gov.UK website.

Introductory notes

Introductory notes produced by the appointed examiner on how the examination will be conducted can be downloaded:
  

Download the notes

Inspector's initial comments and responses

On 16 January 2025, the initial comments of the independent examiner were received. These, and the council and parish council's responses are also available to download.
  

Download the initial comments
  

Download the responses

Contact us

For further information please contact the Planning Policy Team: