Planning policy

Details of the adopted Local Plan which sets out policies and land allocations for guiding development and protecting the environment.

Details of a charge placed on some new developments to fund necessary infrastructure in Wakefield district and view annual Infrastructure Funding Statements.

View adopted Supplementary Planning Documents, approved master plans, and other guidance documents.

View the latest Planning Policy and Environment news for the Wakefield district, including consultation news.

Join the Planning Policy mailing list, view latest consultations and make comments.

Details of existing neighbourhood plans, neighbourhood plans under preparation, designated neighbourhood areas and how to get involved in neighbourhood planning.

View information and monitoring documents, including annual Authority Monitoring Reports, Brownfield Land Register and evidence on matters such as housing need and supply, flood risk and green space need.

Details of the adopted Statement of Community Involvement and how the Council will engage with people and organisations when preparing Local Plans and Supplementary Planning Documents.

Details about the Local Development Scheme (LDS), previous consultations and the Examination of the Wakefield District Local Plan which was adopted on 24 January 2024.