Latest updates
Call for sites
Between 5 October and 16 November we are inviting the submission of sites that could be considered for future development. Find out more about the Call for Sites.
Scoping consultation
We are reviewing responses to the Scoping consultation, which took place between 10 June and 29 July and will help inform the next stage of plan preparation.
Why do we need a new Local Plan?
The existing Local Plans were adopted in 2019 and 2020. The new Local Plan will help ensure planning policies remain up to date and plan for future growth and development across East Suffolk.
The new Local Plan will set out where new homes, jobs, infrastructure, and community facilities should be located. It will be informed by evidence, consultation feedback, and national planning policy and legislation. It will be used to help determine planning applications.
Local Plan timeline
Key stages in preparing the new Local Plan. See the Local Plan Timetable for more information.
October 2025 to January 2026
Call for Sites. The Call for Sites has reopened until 16 November 2026.
May 2026
Local Plan Timetable and Notice of Commencement published. The Local Plan Timetable superseded the Local Development Scheme (March 2025).
June to July 2026
The Scoping consultation asked what matters most for the new Local Plan to address.
October to November 2026
Call for Sites reopened until 16 November.
May to June 2027
Consultation on proposed content and evidence.
February to March 2028
Consultation on the proposed Local Plan.
September 2028 to March 2029
Examination of the Local Plan.
April 2029
Adoption of the Local Plan.
Get involved
There will be opportunities to have your say throughout the preparation of the new Local Plan.
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