Phil Smith, Swindon Borough Council Local Plan 2026
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Swindon Borough Local Plan 2026 (formerly called the Core Strategy) Phil Smith- Planning Policy Manager SBC
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Transcript of Phil Smith, Swindon Borough Council Local Plan 2026
Swindon Borough Local Plan 2026(formerly called the Core Strategy)
Phil Smith- Planning Policy Manager SBC
Swindon Borough Local Plan 2026(Formerly the Core Strategy)
Why… Set the appropriate amount and broad location of future
development in the Borough, based on robust evidence and consultation; and,
Establish how development will be managed including how the presumption in favour of sustainable development will be applied
Needs to Respond to Government policy:
National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
Localism Act
Statements on boosting growth
o Facilitates increase of 19,600 jobs (in-line with Economic
Strategy)
o Existing allocations/permissions = 43ha of B-use land
o Allocations of additional 77.5 hectares of B-use land
o Supply allows for market choice, churn, and flexibility
o Major allocation at A419/A420 junction to meet short-term
demands
o Additional 22,000 homes to meet local and economic needs
Additional employment land and homes…
Housing and Employment Allocations Swindon 2011-26
Key Employment Areas
Swindon Borough Local Plan 2026
Key Dates:
Public Consultation – ended Feb 21st 2013
Submission to Inspector – May 2013
Examination in Public for ‘test of soundness’ - Sept/Oct 2013
Inspector’s Report on Soundness - end of 2013
Adoption by Council - Early 2014
