Planning resources on other websites East Sussex districts and boroughs Eastbourne Borough Plan 2001-2011 The Eastbourne borough plan establishing the town's planning policy from 2001-2011. Hastings Local Plan The local plan for Hastings Borough Council to 2011. Lewes District Local Plan The local plan for Lewes District Council 1991-2011. Rother District Council planning department Dealing with every part of the development process, setting policy, handling applications and enforcing the decisions of the planning committee. Wealden Local Plan A revised draft of Wealden District Council's local plan. Government websites Planning Portal The government's Planning Portal offers a wide range of services and guidance on the planning system. Environment Agency The leading public body for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. Sustainable Cities.org Advice, priorities for action and good practice in sustainable urban design and management – from the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE). Other websites Planning Resource News and information portal for planning. Planning Aid Planning Aid is a free, independent and professional advice service on planning issues for community groups and individuals who cannot afford to pay a planning consultant. Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) The RTPI is a membership organisation and a registered charity aimed at improving all aspects of planning for the benefit of the public.