What is Neighbourhood Planning
Communities can now prepare neighbourhood plans to influence the future of their areas. These allow communities to set out their own vision for their local area and set general planning policies to guide development in their neighbourhood. However, plans must still meet the needs of the wider area and take into account the local council's assessment of housing and other development needs in the area.
Neighbourhood Plans once they have been approved at a referendum, form part of the statutory Development Plan for the borough as prescribed by the Localism Act, 2011.
Neighbourhood planning in Hertsmere
Radlett Neighbourhood Plan
This plan has been "made" (adopted) and passed referendum on 6 May 2021.
The Radlett Neighbourhood Plan covers the urban area of Radlett within Aldenham Parish.
Visit the Radlett Neighbourhood Plan webpage to find out more.
Shenley Neighbourhood Plan
Shenley Parish Council have prepared a neighbourhood plan for Shenley. This plan has been "made" (adopted) and passed referendum to prepare a neighbourhood plan.
Visit the Shenley Neighbourhood Plan webpage to find out more.
Shenley Neighbourhood Plan checklist
Planning applications within the Shenley Neighbourhood Plan area should be accompanied by a completed checklist setting out how the proposals adhere to the Neighbourhood Plan. This will form part of our local validation requirements in due course.
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Elstree and Borehamwood Neighbourhood Plan
Elstree and Borehamwood Town Council have submitted their Neighbourhood Plan to Hertsmere Borough Council. A 6 week consultation will now take place.
Visit the Elstree and Borehamwood Neighbourhood Plan webpage for more information about the Neighbourhood Plan and details of the consultation.