Gypsies and Travellers Development Plan Document

What is the Gypsies and Travellers Development Plan Document

The Gypsies and Travellers Development Plan Document sets out Wiltshire's planning policy for addressing the accommodation needs of gypsies, travellers, and travelling showpeople. It forms part of our Local Plan - a comprehensive document that sets out our long-term strategy for development and land use, including housing, infrastructure, and community needs.

Why we need a plan

Like all Local Planning Authorities, we have a legal responsibility to plan for the accommodation needs of gypsies and travellers, and to consider their access to health and education, just as we are for the settled community.

With an up-to-date plan in place we can ensure that the housing needs of Wiltshire's Gypsy and Traveller community are met, sites are identified in the right locations, and the risk of unauthorised encampments is reduced.

Consultations

Following prior consultation (see: Previous consultations (Regulation 18)) informing the preparation of the Gypsy and Traveller Development Plan Document, a draft version is now moving to a final public pre-submission consultation running from 9am Tuesday 20 August to 5pm on Friday 4 October 2024. Further information on this consultation can be found here: Have your say (Regulation 19 consultation).