Planning Policy

The Planning Policy Team prepares and reviews a wide range of strategic planning documents, including the Ipswich Local Plan, which are used in the long-term planning of the Borough and in the determination of planning applications.

If you wish to sign up for further notifications about the new Ipswich Local Plan, please register online by emailing your request to planningpolicy@ipswich.gov.uk or phone 01473 432019.

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New Ipswich Local Plan

Ipswich Borough Council is in the early stages of preparing to produce the new Ipswich Local Plan which will cover the period up to at least 2044, to guide decisions on future development proposals and address the needs and opportunities of the area.

New Ipswich Local Plan Call for Sites

Ipswich Borough Council is undertaking a public Call for Sites process for the new Ipswich Local Plan. This is a first key step in producing the new Ipswich Local Plan, which will guide development in the Borough up to 2044.

Ipswich Local Plan

A Local Plan is a set of documents that determine how development will be planned over time.

Supplementary Planning Documents and Other Guidance

Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs) provide guidance on applying Local Plan policies.

Ipswich Borough Council Statement of Community Involvement

The Statement of Community Involvement for Ipswich sets out how Ipswich Borough Council will engage the community and other consultees in the planning process.