Local Plan Review - Scoping and Early Participation 

Consultation has now closed

The City Council has initiated a review of the Local Plan, following the publication of a new timetable under the emerging plan-making system. The first stage, ‘Scoping and Early Participation’, is designed to define the scope of the review and identify key issues for consideration. This stage also encourages input from the community and stakeholders to ensure the Local Plan reflects local priorities.  This consultation was for 4 months, concluding Monday 26 January 2026.  Comments are being considered and the findings will be published on the Local Plan Hub: Local Plan Review - Lancaster City Council.

Renewal of Regulation 7 Direction to Control ‘To Let’ Signs

Consultation has now closed

On September 1, 2021, Lancaster City Council introduced a Regulation 7 Direction under the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulation 2007. This Direction prevents people from putting up “To Let” signs on homes in some parts of Lancaster. This was to address a proliferation of letting signs that were dominating some streets, particularly in areas such as Bulk, Castle, John O’Gaunt, Marsh, Scotforth East, and Scotforth West.  You can view the Regulation 7 Direction which came into force on 1 September 2021

Engagement doesn't end here!

We want to keep you informed, so please do check this page regularly. If you would like more information or feel that you would like to be involved in the development of the Local Plan, please contact us: planningpolicy@lancaster.gov.uk  and join our mailing list.

Want to know more about how we consult and engage on planning matters

• Have a look at our Statement of Community Involvement