LDP Structure: Plan Strategy and Local Policies Plan

The LDP comprises of two development plan documents: Plan Strategy – The strategic policy framework for the plan area as a whole across a range of topics. It sets out an ambitious but realistic vision for Belfast as well as the objectives and strategic policies required to deliver that vision. Establishing this strategic direction early in the plan process provides a level of certainty on which to base key development decisions in the area as well as the necessary framework for the preparation of the Local Policies Plan; and Local Policies Plan – The council's local policies and site-specific proposals in relation to the development and use of land in Belfast. It contains the local policies, including site specific proposals, designations and land use zonings required to deliver the council's vision, objectives and strategic policies, as set out in the Plan Strategy.