What is a Development Boundary?
A development boundary is a line that is drawn on a plan around a village, which reflects its built form.
The development boundary is used as a policy tool reflecting the area where a set of plan policies are to be applied.
In general, there is a presumption in favour of development
within the boundary, subject to the usual planning regulations.
Development outside of the boundary would not normally be permitted. Exceptions may be made for development comprising 100% affordable housing to meet local need.
Following an assessment of infrastructure in the rural areas of the Parish, the Steering Group have concluded that the only areas which could support new housing would be Four Lanes and West Tolgus. A development boundary would give those areas some control over how much housing and where it could take place. You can view the process and justification for this in the Documents section.
Following a consultation with the residents of West Tolgus and Four Lanes, both have responded overwhelmingly in favour of a development boundary.
What is a Development Boundary?
Development Boundary Process and Justification