The Localism Act 2011 provided a new statutory regime for Neighbourhood Planning.  Regulations came into force on 6 April 2012 making legal provisions in relation to that regime and a first step in the process is the designation of a Neighbourhood Area.  This report seeks consideration of the designation of a Neighbourhood Area for Easingwold.

In accepting the recommendations Cabinet will agree the designation of a Neighbourhood Area for Easingwold parish and publicise the necessary information; and agree Government grant funding to be passed on to Easingwold Town Council to cover their submitted costs of plan preparation up to £3,000.

The subject of the decision:

The Localism Act 2011 provided a new statutory regime for Neighbourhood Planning.  Regulations came into force on 6 April 2012 making legal provisions in relation to that regime and a first step in the process was the designation of a Neighbourhood Area.  This report sought consideration of the designation of a Neighbourhood Area for Easingwold.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

To comply with the requirements of the Localism Act 2011 for Neighbourhood Planning.

THE DECISION:

That:

(1)     the designation of a Neighbourhood Area for Easingwold parish be agreed and the necessary information publicised; and

(2)     Government grant funding be passed on to Easingwold Town Council to cover their submitted costs of plan preparation up to £3,000.