An overview of planning in England, with links to information from the government.
Under the 2004 Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act, existing regional planning guidance has been replaced by regional spatial strategies (RSS). Find out about the RSS for the South East.
Under the new system, sub-regional policies previously contained in structure plans will be provided mainly within the regional spatial strategy (RSS).
Under the new system, local plans are being replaced by local development frameworks (LDFs) and waste and minerals development frameworks (WMDFs).
Find out about the arrangements that have been put in place to help the move to the new planning system.
Development plans set out the planning policies for the future development and conservation of an area.
East Sussex County Council