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Planning Policy Index

 

Planning policy is easiest to understand as a journey. Start with national policy, identify the development plan for the site and then consider the other matters that may affect the decision. These guides follow that route before moving into the plans prepared for particular places.

 

Planning policy index covering the NPPF, PPG and development plan in England

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Planning Policy Index Page Updated: 30th August 2026

 

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