Consultation: planning and travellers. Equalities statement
Publication Year
2014
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Comprises an equalities statement for the consultation seeking views on proposed changes to planning policy and guidance ensuring fairness in the planning system; and strengthening protection of the green belt and countryside. Aims to ensure that the planning system applies fairly and equally to both the settled and traveller communities; and addresses the negative impact of unauthorised occupation. Also seeks comments on new streamlined planning guidance for travellers which supports local authorities to objectively and robustly assess their traveller accommodation needs and further clarifies where Temporary Stop Notices can be used.
Document History
Superseded by Planning policy for traveller sites (DCLG, 2015). Consultation closed on 23 September 2014. Consultation comprises this equalities statement as well as: Consultation: planning and travellers; and Response form. Consultation: planning and travellers (both DCLG, 2014).
ISBN
9781409842583
Publisher Information
Department for Communities and Local Government
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
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