How to use this document

The Plan Strategy document is structured into a number of sections. Section 1 sets out the introduction and purpose of the Local Development Plan (LDP). Section 2 sets the scene and examines the regional and local context for the Plan Strategy, provides a profile of our Borough and considers drivers for change. Section 3 lays out our overarching Plan Vision and Strategic Objectives for the Borough. Sections 4-13 set out our Strategic Policies, including our Spatial Growth Strategy and the settlement hierarchy for the Borough, as well as the Detailed Management Policies needed to manage and facilitate growth. A guide to Strategic Policies and Detailed Management Policies and how to use and interpret them is provided below. Section 14 sets out how we intend to monitor the LDP in order to measure the effectiveness of its delivery.