Taking account of what people say about the options, we then decide
and consult on a "preferred option".
The Preferred Options paper sets out our proposals and policies
for new development in the Borough until 2027. This includes
providing:
- new housing
- new jobs
- regeneration in Skelmersdale
- supporting the expansion of Edge Hill University
- new and improved utilities, services and transport
- Green Belt release
- renewable energy
Most of the development we need between 2012 and 2027 can be
accommodated in the borough's towns and villages. But a small
amount will need to go into the Green Belt. The Preferred
Options paper sets out three options for whereabouts the
Green Belt development should go, two of which are
preferred by the Council.
A special leaflet - Your West Lancashire 2027 - was
sent to local households to summarise the options and
policies and provide more information.
Supporting documents
So that we make sure the Preferred Options we're proposing are
fair to people and the environment, we have also prepared a number
of supporting documents which can be downloaded below.
Sustainability Appraisal
Habitats Regulation Assessment
Other
Consultation
Consultation on the Preferred Options took place in
May /June 2011.
The results of the Preferred Options consultation were published
4 January 2012.
Contact us
For more information contact the Planning Policy team
Email: localplan@westlancs.gov.uk
Tel: 01695 585171