Purpose

The report sets out proposed revisions to the Local Development Scheme (LDS) approved by Cabinet 12th March 2024. The proposed revisions seek to provide an updated position on the progress of the Kirklees Local Plan update, the inclusion of a new work stream on a proposed West Yorkshire joint Mass Transit Spatial Development Framework (SDF) Development Plan Document (see Cabinet Item on Mass Transit SDF) subject to Council approval on 16th July 2025 and some general updates to reflect new legislative requirements.

An up-to-date LDS is a requirement of Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). Subject to agreement by Cabinet on 8th July 2025, the LDS will be required to be submitted to MHCLG and made publicly available on the council’s website.

Background papers

Local Development Scheme (March 2024) Decision - Local Plan Documents: Statement of Community Involvement and Local Plan Timetable | Kirklees Council

There are no statutory requirements for consultation on the Local Development Scheme. The current Local Development Scheme March 2024 is available to view on the council’s website. Subject to the updated version being approved by Council, this will be uploaded to the council’s website. 

Decision

RESOLVED –

1)    That approval be given to the Local Development Scheme July 2025 as outlined at Appendix 1 of the considered report.

2)    That authority be delegated to Service Director, Skills and Regeneration to publish the approved Local Development Scheme on the council’s website.

3)    That authority be delegated to Service Director, Skills and Regeneration to send a copy of the adopted Local Development Scheme to Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

4)    That authority be delegated to the Service Director, Skills and Regeneration to make any minor amendments and corrections to the Local Development Scheme.