Planning
Adopted local planning documents form the basis for all planning decisions. We are replacing the 2001 Local Plan with a programme of new documents set out in a Local Development Scheme. We have recently adopted a Core Strategy and are now preparing a new Site Allocation document. All frequently requested background documents are listed on the page below but here are some quick links to the doucments we have recently uploaded:
- View the Lutterworth and Broughton Astley Landscape Character Assessment
- View the Green Wedge Review
- View the Areas of Separation Review
Adopted Core Strategy
The Core Strategy is the key part of Harborough District's Local Development Framework. It provides the planning strategy for Harborough District to 2028. It was adopted on 14 November 2011.
Find out more about the Core Strategy and Examination Process
Harborough District Local Plan
The District Local Plan was adopted in April 2001. Many of its policies have been replaced with the adoption of the Core Strategy, but site specific policies still remain valid until replaced by the Allocations Plan.
Find out more about the Local Plan
Background Reports
All background reports and studies prepared to help evidence local planning are available to view and download.
Find out more about background reports
Allocations Plan
The Council is now preparing an Allocations Plan to set out residential, employment, commercial and leisure site allocations within the district, directed by the Core Strategy.
Find out more about the Allocations Plan
Neighbourhood Planning
Neighbourhood Plans will form a new local tier of planning. They will be community led and will create a more inclusive approach to local decision making.
Find out more about Neighbourhood Planning
Monitoring Information
Information is collected from various sources to ensure that current planning policy is achieving its objectives, and to help to develop future planning policy.
Find out more about monitoring information
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