Friday 28th October 2011 - Friday 20th January 2012
Consultation deadline extended to 4pm on Wednesday 29th February 2012
The Core Strategy Development Plan Document (DPD) is a key planning document within the LDF which concerns all residents, businesses and interested parties within Bradford District as it:
- Sets out a long-term spatial vision for the District until 2028
- Identifies broad locations for development over the next 15 years
- Sets out policies that will influence the use of land and the type and scale of development which will be permitted within the District
- Identifies infrastructure required to manage development.
Background to the Core Strategy DPD:
The Council last consulted on the Core Strategy - Further Issues and Options in 2008. At this stage, 4 spatial options were presented for the location of housing and economic development over the plan period. The Council received over 400 comments to these options and these have taken these into consideration along with further evidence to support the preparation of the Further Engagement Draft document.
Since 2008, changes to Government legislation and uncertainly over regional planning have held up the LDF, but this situation has allowed us to reassess and update our evidence base. This has been invaluable in moving to this next stage in the plan making process to ensure our plan is both sound and robust.
Further Engagement Draft - Consultation
This consultation presents the Councils further engagement draft of the Core Strategy which sets out the proposed preferred approach for addressing the issues within the District where planning can make a real difference to the lives of communities. This plan can influence housing, employment, community facilities and infrastructure developments, as well as how we use, protect and conserve our natural environment and built heritage.
The Council’s Executive Committee gave approval for a 12 week consultation period at the meeting on Friday 14th October 2011.
Core Strategy DPD Consultation Document:
Background Documents:
Video Production
The Council commissioned a short video production to raise awareness of the Core Strategy consultation and some of the key planning issues facing the Bradford District. The production will run for approximately 20 minutes. If you would like to view the video, please click on the link below.
View the video production
Information leaflets
Evidence Base
The technical studies and reports which have informed the proposed approach within this consultation document are listed below and can be found under Evidence Base.
Technical Consultation Events (Invitation only)
The Council are holding a series of technical events for targeted stakeholders to consult them on the proposals in the Further Engagement Draft document. These sessions are as follows:
| Technical Events Dates | Time | Topic | Venue |
| Thursday 17th November 2011 | 10am – 12 | Economy & Jobs | City Hall, Bradford, BD1 1HY |
| Friday 18th November 2011 | 10am – 12 | Housing | City Hall, Bradford, BD1 1HY |
| Friday 18th November 2011 | 2 - 4pm | Transport | City Hall, Bradford, BD1 1HY |
| Monday 21st November 2011 | 10am – 12 | Environment | City Hall, Bradford, BD1 1HY |
| Monday 21st November 2011 | 2 – 4pm | Minerals | City Hall, Bradford, BD1 1HY |
| Monday 28th November 2011 | 10am - 12 | Infrastructure | City Hall, Bradford, BD1 1HY |
Area ‘Drop-In’ Consultation Events
The Council are holding a number of drop-in events across the Bradford District for local residents and other interested parties to find out more about the proposed strategy and to have their say on the Further Engagement Draft document. These sessions are as follows:
| Area Events Dates | Time | Venue |
| Tuesday 22nd November 2011 | 12 – 7pm | Thornbury Centre,
Leeds Old Road, Bradford, BD3 8JX |
| Wednesday 23rd November 2011 | 12 – 7pm | National Media Museum,
Bradford, BD1 1NQ |
| Thursday 24th November | 12 - 7pm | Shipley Town Hall,
Kirkgate, Shipley, BD18 3EJ |
| Friday 25th November 2011 | 12 – 7pm | Richard Dunns Sports Centre
Rooley Lane, Bradford, BD6 1EZ |
| Saturday 26th November 2011 | 10am – 4pm | National Media Museum,
Bradford, BD1 1NQ |
| Tuesday 29th November 2011 | 12 – 7pm | Kings Hall,
Station Road, Ilkley, LS29 98H |
| Friday 2nd December 2011 | 12 – 7pm | Temple Row Centre
23 Temple Row, Keighley, BD21 2AH |
| Tuesday 17th January 2012 | 4 – 7pm | Cardigan House Ferncliffe Road, Bingley, BD16 2TA |
| Wednesday 18th January 2012 | 4 – 7pm | Victoria Hall (Children’s Centre) Station Road, Queensbury, BD13 1AB |
How to comment
Your views and comments are welcomed and will be taken into account when producing the next stage of the Core Strategy DPD – the Submission Draft.
Please note: The Council is keen to promote the submission of comments electronically and would encourage anyone with appropriate facilities to make their responses in this way.
Please use a comment form to submit your comments – this can be downloaded in Microsoft Word format below:
How to submit your comments
Please send your completed Comment Form, preferably by email to the LDF Group: ldf.consultation@bradford.gov.uk;
Alternatively send them by post to the following FREEPOST address:
Bradford Local Development Framework
FREEPOST NEA 11445
PO Box 1068
BRADFORD
BD1 1BR
By Fax: 01274 433767
Consultation deadline update: The consultation deadline has been extended from Friday 20th January 2012 until 4pm on Wednesday 29th February 2012. This new informal deadline is to allow for extra time for comments to be submitted to the Council. All comments received by this date will be recorded and taken into consideration. Data Protection Act 1998: Personal information provided as part of a representation cannot be treated as confidential as the Council is obliged to make representations available for public inspection. However, in compliance with the Data Protection Act the personal information you provide will only be used by the Council for the purpose of preparing the Local Development Framework (LDF).
Further information
If you have any further questions about this consultation please contact the LDF Group on:
Further information about the Local Development Framework is available on this website: www.bradford.gov.uk/LDF.
Planning Aid England (PAE) provides a free, independent and professional planning advice service to individuals and groups who cannot afford professional fees. The organisation may be able to assist groups and individuals who would like support and advice in order to get involved in this consultation process.
Contact the PAE Community Outreach Coordinator for further information:
Tel: 0781 268 2797
Email: mike.dando@planningaid.rtpi.org.uk
Website: http://www.rtpi.org.uk/planningaid/
