Our Planning Policy team is responsible for a range
of policy matters including the Local Plan. Follow the
links below to find out more:
Planning policy links
Development Plan
Under planning law, planning applications are to be judged
against the development plan for the area, unless material
considerations indicate otherwise. The development plan for
West Lancashire currently comprises:
Two of the most important material considerations are the draft
West Lancashire Local Plan 2012-2027 and the
National Planning Policy Framework (external link).
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