Agenda item

6.1

Laura Stephens gave a presentation on the draft Sheffield Plan. The presentation would cover what the Plan was, how it affected the central area, how members of the public’s comments would affect the Plan and finally when the Plan will be finalised.

6.2

Laura Stephens thanked those members of public who spoke to Planning Officers and gave their comments prior to the meeting.

6.3

The Draft Sheffield Plan is the statutory local plan for the city and all local authorities were required to produce one. The purpose of the Plan was to set out a vision and framework for the future development of the city. It would guide decisions on planning applications and once adopted, planning decisions are expected to be taken in accordance with the Plan.

6.4

The Plan covered the period up to 2039, although it would be reviewed at least every 5 years.

6.5

 The Draft Plan consists of 7 parts: -

·       Part 1: Vision, Spatial Strategy, Sub-Area Policies and Site Allocations

·       Part 2: Development Management Policies and Implementation

·       Annex A: Site Allocations Schedule

·       Annex B: Parking Guidelines

·       Key Diagram

·       Policies Map (digital map, online)

·       Glossary

6.6

It was mentioned that there were 176 allocated sites already identified in the City Centre. Many already had planning permission and would be used for employment, housing, and open spaces.  There are also strategic employment sites and housing allocations in the remaining parts of the Central LAC area

6.7

It was mentioned that the 5 priority frameworks in the City Centre were: -

·       Neepsend

·       Furnace Hill

·       Wicker Riverside

·       Castlegate

·       Moorfoot

These areas were identified as places that needed major changes, in respect of employment, housing and open spaces, in order to improve their communities.

6.8

 It was explained that public consultation had began and this was due to close on the 20 February 2023. Following the public consultation, the Council may propose amendments to the Plan that would be submitted alongside the Plan to the Government and will be considered by an independent planning inspector.