Local Development Scheme

Local Development Scheme – Project Timetables

The Local Development Scheme (LDS) sets out a timetable for preparing and reviewing the Southend-on-Sea Development Plan.

Southend new Local Plan

Timetable showing the key stages in the preparation of the Southend Local Plan with Preferred Approach consultation commencing in Q2/ Q3 2025

These are live timetables that are subject to monitoring and will be updated as appropriate. (Q refers to the quarter of that calendar year)

*As an approximation, the period from submission to adoption may range from 6 to 12 months dependent on the issues arising during examination and scheduling of meetings.

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