Somerset Local Plan 2045

Information on the development of a new Local Plan for Somerset

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About the Local Plan

Information on what the Somerset Local Plan is and the new plan-making system.

Somerset Local Plan timetable

View the Somerset Local Plan timetable, setting out key stages, consultation dates and milestones for preparing and adopting the Local Plan up to 2045.

Local Plan information

Keeping up-to-date with the Local Plan

Information on how you can sign up to our newsletter and view Local Plan update reports.

Somerset Local Plan Notice of Intention to Commence

Notice confirming the formal start of the Somerset Local Plan process, explaining what the plan will cover and linking to the timetable and key milestones.

Evidence base

Information on the progress of evidence base for the Somerset Local Plan

Local Plan Call for Sites

Submit land for consideration as the Council develops its new Local Plan

Early engagement

Information on the engagement activities that have taken place

Scoping consultation (Reg 20) June to July 2026

Information on the first consultation for the Somerset Local Plan