Made plans
Once adopted, Neighbourhood Plans form part of the local statutory development plan which forms the basis for determining planning applications in that area.
Below is a list of all the Neighbourhood Plans that have been formally made by Wiltshire council.
Formal "making" of Aldbourne Neighbourhood Development Plan 2021 to 2036. Made 27 March 2023
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Aldbourne Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Aldbourne Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Ashton Keynes Neighbourhood Plan 2015 to 2026. Made 31 May 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six-week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Ashton Keynes Neighbourhood Plan. The Ashton Keynes Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Bradford on Avon Neighbourhood Plan 2013 to 2026. Made 25 October 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Bradford on Avon Neighbourhood Plan. The Bradford on Avon Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Bradford on Avon Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 9 MB)(opens new window)
- Within the plan reference is made to the Green Spaces Topic Paper Appendix 18 (PDF, 1 MB)(opens new window)
- Bradford on Avon final Decision Statement (PDF, 48 KB)(opens new window)
- Bradford on Avon Examiners Report (PDF, 290 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of the Bremhill Parish Neighbourhood Plan 2016 to 2030. Made 2 August 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Bremhill Parish Neighbourhood Plan. The Bremhill Parish Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Broad Chalke Neighbourhood Plan 2019 to 2026. Made 7 July 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Broad Chalke Neighbourhood Plan. The Broad Chalke Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Burbage Neighbourhood Development Plan 2017 to 2026. Made 27 July 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Burbage Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Burbage Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan 2 2023 to 2038. Made 3 March 2025
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan 2. The Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan 2 now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan 2 Part A The Plan (PDF, 10 MB)(opens new window)
- Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan Part B Design Guidelines and Codes (PDF, 27 MB)(opens new window)
- Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan 2 Final Decision Statement (following referendum) (PDF, 226 KB)(opens new window)
- Calne Community Neighbourhood Plan 2 Examiner's Report (PDF, 434 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of Cherhill New Village Hall Community Right to Build Order (CRtBO). Made 5 April 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Cherhill New Village Hall CRtBO. The Cherhill New Village Hall CRtBO grants permission for a new village hall to be developed subject to a number of planning conditions being attached to it.
Formal 'making' of the Chippenham Neighbourhood Plan 2023 to 2038. Made 29 May 2024
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Chippenham Neighbourhood Plan. The Chippenham Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Chippenham Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 47 MB)(opens new window)
- Annexe 1 - Chippenham Design Guide (PDF, 36 MB)(opens new window)
- Annexe 2 - Conservation Area Character Appraisal (PDF, 57 MB)(opens new window)
- Annexe 3 - Shop Front Design Guide (1) (PDF, 21 MB)(opens new window)
- Annexe 4 - Tree Planting Guide (PDF, 4 MB)(opens new window)
- Annexe 5 - Local Green Space & Green Amenity Area Maps_Referendum Version (PDF, 6 MB)(opens new window)
- Annexe 6 - Design Brief Parameters for Bath Road Car Park Site_Referendum Version (PDF, 4 MB)(opens new window)
- Chippenham final Decision Statement (PDF, 217 KB)(opens new window)
- Chippenham Examiners Report (PDF, 478 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of the Chippenham Without Neighbourhood Plan 2022 to 2036. Made 31 October 2023
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Chippenham Without Neighbourhood Plan. The Chippenham Without Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Chirton and Conock Neighbourhood Plan 2018 to 2026. Made 9 August 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Chirton and Conock Neighbourhood Plan. The Chirton and Conock Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Christian Malford Neighbourhood Development Plan 2015 to 2035. Made 8 March 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Christian Malford Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Christian Malford Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Colerne Neighbourhood Plan 2021 to 2036. Made 17 March 2022
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Colerne Neighbourhood Plan. The Colerne Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Compton Bassett Neighbourhood Plan 2015 to 2030. Made 9 May 2016
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Compton Bassett Neighbourhood Plan. The Compton Bassett Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Corsham Neighbourhood Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 15 November 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Corsham Neighbourhood Plan. The Corsham Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Cricklade Neighbourhood Plan 2026. Made 15 March 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Cricklade Neighbourhood Plan. The Cricklade Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Crudwell Neighbourhood Plan 2019 to 2026. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Crudwell Neighbourhood Plan. The Crudwell Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Devizes Neighbourhood Plan 2015 to 2026. Made 7 December 2015
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Devizes Neighbourhood Plan. The Devizes Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Downton Parish Neighbourhood Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 9 January 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Downton Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Downton Parish Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the Plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Freshford and Limpley Stoke Neighbourhood Plan 2014 to 2039. Made 10 November 2015
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Freshford and Limpley Stoke Neighbourhood Plan. The Freshford and Limpley Stoke Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Great Somerford (incorporating Startley) Neighbourhood Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 27 November 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Great Somerford (incorporating Startley) Neighbourhood Plan. The Great Somerford (incorporating Startley) Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Hilperton Neighbourhood Development Plan 2017 to 2026. Made 5 November 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Hilperton Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Hilperton Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Hindon Neighbourhood Development Plan 2020 to 2036. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Hindon Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Hindon Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Holt Neighbourhood Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 9 January 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Holt Neighbourhood Plan. The Holt Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the Plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the Plan.
Formal 'making' of the Hullavington Neighbourhood Development Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 20 September 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Hullavington Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Hullavington Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Idmiston Parish Council Neighbourhood Plan 2015 to 2026. Made 25 April 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Idmiston Parish Council Neighbourhood Plan. The Idmiston Parish Council Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Langley Burrell Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 31 October 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Langley Burrell Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Langley Burrell Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Laverstock and Ford Communities Neighbourhood Plan 2021 to 2036. Made 14 October 2022
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Laverstock and Ford Communities Neighbourhood Plan. The Laverstock and Ford Communities Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Laverstock and Ford Communities Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 3 MB)(opens new window)
- Appendix 1 - Landscape Sensitivity Assessment (PDF, 11 MB)(opens new window)
- Appendix 2 - Designated Local Green Space (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)
- Appendix 3 - Parish Design Guide (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)
- Laverstock and Ford final Decision Statement (PDF, 162 KB)(opens new window)
- Laverstock and Ford Examiners Report (PDF, 374 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of Lydiard Millicent Neighbourhood Plan 2018 to 2036. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Lydiard Millicent Neighbourhood Plan. The Lydiard Millicent Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Lyneham and Bradenstoke Neighbourhood Development Plan 2020 to 2030. Made 5 October 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Lyneham and Bradenstoke Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Lyneham and Bradenstoke Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Malmesbury Neighbourhood Plan 2014 to 2026. Made 25 February 2015
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Malmesbury Neighbourhood Plan. The Malmesbury Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Market Lavington Neighbourhood Development Plan 2018 to 2026. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Market Lavington Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Market Lavington Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Marlborough Area Neighbourhood Plan 2021 to 2036. Made 27 March 2023
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Marlborough Area Neighbourhood Plan. The Marlborough Area Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Marlborough Area Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 39 MB)(opens new window)
- Marlborough final Decision Statement (PDF, 158 KB)(opens new window)
- Marlborough Examiner's Report (PDF, 467 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of the Joint Melksham Neighbourhood Plan 2020 to 2026. Made 7 July 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Joint Melksham Neighbourhood Plan. The Joint Melksham Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of North Bradley Neighbourhood Plan 2018 to 2026. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the North Bradley Neighbourhood Plan. The North Bradley Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Oaksey Neighbourhood Plan (First Review) 2018 to 2038. Made 24 May 2024
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Oaksey Neighbourhood Plan (First Review). The Oaksey Neighbourhood Plan (First Review) now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Pewsey Neighbourhood Development Plan 2006 to 2026. Made 22 October 2015
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Pewsey Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Pewsey Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Potterne Neighbourhood Plan 2016 to 2026. Made 9 January 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Potterne Neighbourhood Plan. The Potterne Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the Plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Preshute Neighbourhood Plan 2021 to 2036. Made 7 February 2023
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Preshute Neighbourhood Plan. The Preshute Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the plan.
- Preshute Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 4 MB)(opens new window)
- Appendix 1 - Area Planning Designations and Appendix 2 - Full Schedule of Listed Buildings, Ancient Monuments & Undesignated assets (PDF, 7 MB)(opens new window)
- Preshute final Decision Statement (PDF, 236 KB)(opens new window)
- Preshute Examiners Report (PDF, 445 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of the Purton Neighbourhood Plan 2017 to 2026. Made 5 November 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Purton Neighbourhood Plan. The Purton Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Royal Wootton Bassett Neighbourhood Development Plan 2017 to 2026. Made 24 April 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Royal Wootton Bassett Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Royal Wootton Bassett Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan 2020 to 2038. Made 3 March 2025
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan Part 1 (PDF, 78 MB)(opens new window)
- Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan Part 2 (PDF, 54 MB)(opens new window)
- Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan Design and Advertising Guide (PDF, 6 MB)(opens new window)
- Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan Final Decision Statement (following referendum) (PDF, 226 KB)(opens new window)
- Salisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan Examiners Report (PDF, 547 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of Seagry Parish Neighbourhood Plan 2019 to 2036. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Seagry Parish Neighbourhood Plan. The Seagry Parish Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Seend Parish Neighbourhood Plan 2020 to 2030. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Seend Parish Neighbourhood Plan. The Seend Parish Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Seend Parish Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 9 MB)(opens new window)
- Seend final Decision Statement (PDF, 942 KB)(opens new window)
- Seend Examiners Report (PDF, 395 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of the Semington Parish Neighbourhood Plan 2023 to 2038. Made 3 March 2025
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Semington Parish Neighbourhood Plan. The Semington Parish Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Sherston Neighbourhood Plan 2006 to 2026. Made 17 May 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Sherston Neighbourhood Plan. The Sherston Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Southwick Neighbourhood Development Plan 2018 to 2036. Made 5 October 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Southwick Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Southwick Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan 2020 to 2035. Made 3 March 2025
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan (PDF, 71 MB)(opens new window)
- Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan - Appendix 1 - Character Appraisal (PDF, 5 MB)(opens new window)
- Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan - Appendix 2 - Design Code (PDF, 3 MB)(opens new window)
- Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne NDP Final Decision Statement (following referendum) (PDF, 227 KB)(opens new window)
- Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne Neighbourhood Development Plan - Examiner's Report (PDF, 436 KB)(opens new window)
Formal "making" of Tisbury and West Tisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan 2019 to 2036. Made 29 November 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Tisbury and West Tisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Tisbury and West Tisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Minor (non-material) updates for the purposes of correcting errors have been done to modify the made Tisbury Neighbourhood Development Plan with the agreement of Tisbury Parish Council, West Tisbury Parish Council and Wiltshire Council, dated 16th November 2020.
Formal 'making' of Tockenham Neighbourhood Plan 2019 to 2026. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Tockenham Neighbourhood Plan. The Tockenham Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Urchfont, Wedhampton and Lydeway Neighbourhood Plan 2015 to 2026. Made 25 April 2017
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Urchfont, Wedhampton and Lydeway Neighbourhood Plan. The Urchfont, Wedhampton and Lydeway Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of Warminster Neighbourhood Plan 2015 to 2026. Made 23 November 2016
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Warminster Neighbourhood Plan. The Warminster Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the Plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the Plan.
Formal "making" of West Ashton Neighbourhood Development Plan 2018 to 2026. Made 30 June 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the West Ashton Neighbourhood Development Plan. The West Ashton Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal "making" of Westbury Neighbourhood Plan 2022 to 2036. Made 19 March 2024
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' the Westbury Neighbourhood Plan. The Westbury Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
Formal 'making' of the West Dean and West Tytherley Joint Neighbourhood Development Plan 2022 to 2035. Made 11 May 2022
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the West Dean and West Tytherley Joint Neighbourhood Development Plan. The West Dean and West Tytherley Joint Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood development plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the neighbourhood development plan.
Formal 'making' of the West Lavington Neighbourhood Plan 2017 to 2026. Made 7 June 2019
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the West Lavington Neighbourhood Plan. The West Lavington Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire, such that the neighbourhood plan policies will be given full weight when assessing planning applications within the area covered by the neighbourhood plan.
Formal 'making' of The Winterbournes Neighbourhood Plan 2019 to 2026. Made 19 May 2021
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council decided to formally 'make' The Winterbournes Neighbourhood Plan. The The Winterbournes Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the plan.
- Winterbournes Neighbourhood Plan (PDF, 1 MB)(opens new window)
- Appendix 1 - site assessments (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)
- Appendix 2 - local green space (PDF, 1 MB)(opens new window)
- Winterbournes final Decision Statement (PDF, 933 KB)(opens new window)
- Winterbournes Examiners Report (PDF, 565 KB)(opens new window)
Formal 'making' of the Wootton Rivers Neighbourhood Development Plan 2017 to 2026. Made 31 January 2018
In accordance with the Localism Act 2011, there was a six week period from the date on which the referendum results were declared to make a legal challenge. No legal challenges were made against the Neighbourhood Development Plan during this period.
Following an independent examination and a positive referendum result, Wiltshire Council have decided to formally 'make' the Wootton Rivers Neighbourhood Development Plan. The Wootton Rivers Neighbourhood Development Plan now forms part of the Development Plan for Wiltshire and the policies in the neighbourhood plan will be given full weight when assessing planning applications that affect land covered by the neighbourhood plan.
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