Councillors agree to begin working on new Local Plan for Stockton-on-Tees

Councillors have agreed to start the process of creating an updated Local Plan for Stockton-on-Tees.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's current Local Plan has been in place since 2019 to guide planning decisions in the area and establish a framework for sustainable economic growth and development. The wheels are now in motion for it to be updated, following a full Council meeting on Wednesday, June 24.

Following the meeting of full Council, a 'notice of intention to commence the Stockton on Tees Local Plan' will now be submitted no later than September 2026.

A scoping consultation will be available for residents, businesses and all other partners and organisations to give their views and for those interested in keeping up-to-date you can register to be informed of progress and updates by visiting Stockton-on-Tees' Local Plan webpage.

Councillor Richard Eglington, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Housing and Transport, said: "The Local Plan is a really important document and it cannot be understated what a huge piece of work this will be.

"As things progress, we will continue to provide updates and how residents will be able to have their say once a consultation is launched.

"You can keep up to date with the latest developments by visiting the dedicated Local Plan web page."