Chelmsford’s Local Plan Examination hearings set to begin in November
6 October 2026Public hearings mark a key stage in the independent review of how the district could sustainably grow and develop over the next 15 years.
Chelmsford City Council submits Local Plan to the Government for examination
Following submission on Friday 5 June 2026, the Local Plan will now be examined by an independent planning Inspector.
Council prepares to submit Chelmsford’s Local Plan to the Government for examination
The final stage of Chelmsford’s Local Plan review begins with councillors asked to agree that it is ready to be submitted to the Government.
Feedback from Chelmsford’s Local Plan consultation to be considered
Chelmsford City Council has recorded and published feedback from the recent Local Plan focused consultation
Final opportunity to take part in Chelmsford’s Local Plan consultation
There’s still time to have your say before the focused consultation closes at 4pm on Thursday 8 January.
Exhibitions to open as part of Chelmsford’s Local Plan review
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.
