Local Plan Timetable (2026-Adoption)
Date of publication: 29 June 2026
This timetable sets out the key stages and milestones for the preparation of the Stroud District Local Plan, in accordance with the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026.
The timetable will be kept under review and updated where necessary.
Timetable of Key Stages
|
Stage |
Activity |
Timing |
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Commencement |
Notice of intention to commence plan preparation and declaration published |
29 June 2026 |
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Call for Sites |
From 1 June 2026 to 29 June 2026 |
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Stage 1: Early Engagement (Scoping) |
Public consultation on issues, priorities, vision, and high-level spatial options |
29 June – 9 August 2026 |
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Stakeholder workshops (Members, Town and Parish Councils, partners) |
July 2026 |
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Gateway 1 |
Initial self-assessment and process check |
By 31 October 2026 |
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Evidence Base and Initial Plan Development |
Evidence gathering, site assessment, and early policy development |
November 2026 – March 2027 |
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Stage 2: Options Development and Testing |
Development of spatial strategy and reasonable alternatives, including sustainability appraisal |
April 2027 – July 2027 |
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Public consultation on emerging options (including spatial approaches and site options) |
June – July 2027 |
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Gateway 2 |
Preferred strategy confirmed |
September – October 2027 |
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Draft Plan Preparation |
Preparation of draft policies, site allocations, and supporting evidence (including environmental assessment) |
November 2027 – May 2028 |
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Stage 3: Draft Plan Consultation |
Consultation on the draft Local Plan (policies, proposals and supporting evidence) |
June – July 2028 |
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Gateway 3 |
Pre-submission readiness check |
August – September 2028 |
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Submission |
Submission of the Local Plan for independent examination |
October – December 2028 |
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Examination |
Independent Examination in Public (EiP) |
January – September 2029 |
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Inspector |
Receipt of Inspector’s Report |
October – November 2029 |
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Adoption |
Formal adoption of the Local Plan |
December 2029 – January 2030 |
Notes
- This timetable reflects the Government’s expectation that Local Plans are prepared within an approximate 30‑month timeframe, where possible.
- The programme includes key statutory stages and Gateway checks required under the new plan-making system.
- All dates are indicative and may be subject to change as plan preparation progresses.
- Any updates to the timetable will be published on the Council’s website.
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