Exhibitions to open as part of Chelmsford’s Local Plan review
26 November 2025
Corporate Communications
Residents can visit public exhibitions in Chelmsford and South Woodham Ferrers to learn more about proposed changes to the draft Local Plan
Focused consultation on Chelmsford’s Local Plan to begin
A consultation on the addition of new and expanded housing sites to the Local Plan is being launched by Chelmsford City Council.
Chelmsford City Council to consider additional housing sites consultation
The council needs to review its draft Local Plan and is proposing a tightly-focused consultation on additional housing sites.
Proposed changes to Chelmsford Local Development Scheme
Chelmsford City Council is considering an update to the document which sets out the process and timetable for preparing its Local Plan.
Preparing for Chelmsford’s third and final Local Plan consultation
Proposals for a final stage of engagement to update Chelmsford’s Local Plan have been approved by the city council’s Policy Board.
Next steps for Chelmsford’s Local Plan
Consultation comments have now all been processed and recorded and are available to view on the council’s online consultation portal.
Visit Chelmsford’s Local Plan exhibitions
An opportunity is coming up to speak with council staff about Chelmsford's Local Plan review.
Planning talking points: how a city is shaped
Consistent planning regulations aim to ensure places are as beautiful, sustainable, practical, and pleasant as possible.
Planning talking points: planning beyond homes — the big picture
Planning isn’t all about homes. The Local Plan, which guides where and what development can happen in Chelmsford, includes much more.
Planning talking points: can our homes be good for nature?
In its emerging new Local Plan, Chelmsford is setting clear rules for new developments, which should leave the environment better off.
