Local plan main modifications consultation
How to take part in the consultation
The consultation runs from Wednesday, 5 November 2025 to Wednesday, 17 December 2025.
Representations
Representations should be made in writing and can be submitted via our consultation portal, email or by post. Please use the official representation form.
Representation form (MS Word format)
Representation form (PDF format)
Online
By using our consultation portal:
Please send completed forms or comments to: planningpolicy@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk
Post
Post forms and comments to: Planning Policy, Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, Castle House, Barracks Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1BL
Commenting on the main modifications
When commenting on the main modifications, you are asked to comment specifically on whether the proposed main modifications are sound and legally compliant. Please include the main modification reference number in your response.
- Legal compliance means that the plan, with the proposed main modifications, meets the legal requirements for plan making as set out by planning and environmental laws.
- Soundness means that the plan, with the proposed main modifications, has been positively prepared, is justified, effective, and consistent with national policy.
Where else can you view the consultation documents?
A copy of the consultation documents can be viewed at the following locations during the consultation period (please check opening times):
- Newcastle Library, Castle House, ST5 1BL
- Clayton Library, ST5 3HW
- Silverdale Library, ST5 6LY
- Talke Library, ST7 1RA
- Kidsgrove Library, ST7 1BS
- Knutton Library, ST5 6EB
- Audley Library, ST7 8DB
- Loggerheads Library, TF9 4NX
Closing date
All representations must be received by no later than 17 December 2025.
Data protection
Please note: copies of all representations received will be made available for the public to view and cannot be treated as confidential. Personal data will be processed and held in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and our privacy notice.