Adopted Statement of Community Involvement

Overview

The Ipswich Borough Council Statement of Community Involvement outlines the ways in which the public can participate in the formulation of planning policies and the determination of planning applications in Ipswich. It specifies the individuals or groups who will be engaged, the methods of engagement, and provides guidance on how to submit representations.

The Statement of Community Involvement incorporates information on the stages involved in the creation of a Local Plan and Supplementary Planning Documents, as well as the avenues for public involvement in these processes. It also covers pre-application discussions, identifying who can participate and the reasons for their involvement.

Notably, the Statement of Community Involvement establishes the minimum requirements for consultation on various types of planning applications, including major applications, householder developments, and advertisements. Finally, it delineates the decision-making process and outlines how the public can participate in planning appeals.

Public consultation process

Public consultation on the draft Ipswich Borough Council Statement of Community Involvement was carried out between 12 September 2023 and 24 October 2023 (a period of six weeks).

The comments received are reported in the Consultation Statement, together with the Council’s responses indicating how points raised have been addressed through the adopted Statement of Community Involvement.

The Statement of Community Involvement was formally adopted by Ipswich Borough Council on 24 January 2024 at a meeting of Full Council, in accordance with Section 23 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 (as amended).