Notice of intention to commence Local Plan preparation

The Notice of Intention to Commence Local Plan Preparation is prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026 (Regulation 19).

Published: 29 May 2026

Name of planning authority who have prepared the notice

The Local Plan is being prepared by East Suffolk Council. East Suffolk Council have prepared this notice.

The geographical area the plan will cover

The Local Plan will cover the administrative district of East Suffolk outside of the Broads Authority Executive Area. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) code for the East Suffolk Council area is E07000244. The Local Plan area is shown on the map. 

Map of East Suffolk showing East Suffolk Plan Area and Broads Authority Area within East Suffolk

Title of the Local Plan

East Suffolk Local Plan 2026 – 2045. The Local Plan will not cover minerals and waste, as Suffolk County Council is the planning authority for these matters.

Where the Local Plan Timetable can be viewed

The Council expects to pass through Gateway 1 and commence the 30 month plan preparation process by 31st October 2026.

This Notice of Intention to Commence Local Plan Preparation can also be viewed in the locations listed above.

Copies of this Notice can be made available on request, in accordance with the Council’s fees and charges for Planning documents.

Date Notice of Intention to Commence Local Plan Preparation published

  • 29 May 2026

Download a PDF of the Notice of Commencement