Decision details

The Council gave consideration to a report providing an update on progress with the Local Development Plan 2 (LDP2) process and an outline of the next steps in the statutory adoption process; and which sought approval to progress these steps with a view to Local Development Plan 2 being fully adopted by November 2023.

Decision

The Council –

1.    noted and endorse the content of the submitted report;

2.    agreed the recommendations contained within the Scottish Ministers Reporter’s Examination Report;

3.    agreed to the submission of the revised Local Development Plan 2 to the Scottish Ministers stating intent to adopt as modified in accordance with the recommendations in the Report of Examination, taking into account any consequential amendments and non-notifiable modifications. The Plan would be Adopted within 28 days of submission unless otherwise directed by the Scottish Ministers; and

4.    delegated authority to the Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth to move this matter forward on behalf of the Council, including all editorial and statutory requirements.

(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth dated 23 August 2023, submitted)