Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Community engagement is a key part of the planning system as it ensures that the Council is able to listen to the views of stakeholders and the community to inform the outcome of planning decisions. This helps local people to become directly involved in place shaping in the district. The Council wishes to involve all sectors of the community in the planning process and is committed to maximising publicity of its planning documents.
The Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) was adopted at the Council meeting on 23 October 2019. The Council is currently reviewing the SCI and an updated version will be available later in 2025.
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