Local Plan: introduction
Summary
The South Norfolk Local Plan, adopted in 2003, contains all the policies that guide development in the district. This adopted version of the plan runs until mid 2006. Eventually, the Local Development Framework (LDF) – a new approach designed to simplify the process of development planning - will replace it. If you plan to apply for planning permission in South Norfolk, first look at the maps and policies of the Plan to see if there are any restrictions on what you can do.
This page explains the process we went through to get the Local Plan adopted, and answers some of the common questions we get about it.
Further information
Background to the South Norfolk Local Plan
Local Plans follow the guidelines set out in the Norfolk County Structure Plan which provides the strategic framework for development in the county. Norfolk County Council reviewed policies for the County to cover the period from 1988 to 2006 and the Secretary of State approved these in 1993. The South Norfolk Local Plan was prepared within the context of this 1993 Plan. The County Council then had a further review, which resulted in a revised Structure Plan being adopted in 1999. Our adopted South Norfolk Local Plan also conforms with the latest Norfolk Structure Plan.
You can find the Norfolk County Structure Plan on the Norfolk County Council website.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Local Plan do?
It is expected that East Anglia will continue to grow and change in terms of population, housing, employment, infrastructure and community facilities. There is a need to make sure that such growth and change takes place in a co-ordinated way, and at the same time to safeguard the quality of the environment. The South Norfolk Local Plan is designed to provide a framework to guide future growth in South Norfolk up to 2006.
Where can I see the Local Plan?
On this website
If you want to download a specific policy or map for your reference, you can download all the Local Plan documents by visiting Area-wide policies (for the parts of the Plan relevant to all settlements) or Policies by settlement (for maps and policies for individual towns and villages).
On the Planning Portal
You can view the Local Plan online by going to the Planning Portal, where you can zoom in and out of a map, show different ‘layers’ of information and see the text of the policies.
View printed copies of the Local Plan
Copies of the adopted plan can be seen at our offices on Monday to Thursday 8.45am to 4.45pm and Friday 8.45am to 4.15pm.
Copies of the Local Plan are also available at:
County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich
Beccles Library, Blyburgate, Beccles
Bungay Library, Wharton Street, Bungay
Costessey Library, Breckland Road, Costessey
Diss Library, Church Street, Diss
Harleston Library, Swan Lane, Harleston
Hethersett Library, Queens Road, Hethersett
Hingham Library, The Fairland, Hingham
Loddon Library, Church Plain, Loddon
Long Stratton Library, The Street, Long Stratton
Taverham Library, Sandy Lane, Taverham
Wymondham Library, Church Street, Wymondham
Costessey Parish Council, Parish Room, Townhouse Road, Costessey
Diss Town Council, Council Offices, Market Hill, Diss
Wymondham Town Council, Middleton Street, Wymondham
What area does the Local Plan cover?
The Plan Area is the whole of South Norfolk excluding the Broads Authority Area, which covers the Waveney and Yare river valleys and the Chet River valley as far inland as Loddon.
This area is covered by a separate Local Plan produced by the Broads Authority. Their website lets you download their Local Plan, along with guidance on all aspects of planning within the Broads Authority area.
The exact boundary of our Local Plan is shown on the Proposals Map, which you can download from the Area-wide policies page.
Related pages on this website
External links
Broads Authority
The Local Plan, plus lots of guidance on planning permission if your property is in the Broads Authority Area.
Norfolk County Council Structure Plan
The structure plan that provided a strategic framework for development throughout Norfolk.
Contact us
| contact officer/team: | Planning Policy Team |
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| web: | online enquiry form |
| email: | planpolicy@s-norfolk.gov.uk |
| freephone: | 0808 168 3000 |
| telephone: | 01508 533805 |
| minicom/textphone: | 01508 533622 |
| address: | South Norfolk Council South Norfolk House Swan Lane Long Stratton Norwich NR15 2XE |
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