Audley rural neighbourhood plan examination
The examination
Independent examiner Mr John Slater BA(Hons), DMS, MRTPI has been appointed by Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council to carry out the examination of the plan.
The purpose of the examination 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).
The comments received in response to the Regulation 16 public consultation 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:
Additional details will be published on this page as the examination progresses in the coming weeks.
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.
Contact us
For further information please contact the Planning Policy Team:
- Phone: 01782 742456