Stockport Publishes Draft Local Plan
Stockport has released a 219-page spatial strategy for the borough, featuring 26 Green Belt sites, ahead of a consultation period.
The plan has been made available for review, with consultation set to begin in the coming weeks.
Planners across the region have got a busy weekend of reading ahead of them.
Reactions to the plan are mixed, with some expressing optimism and others criticizing the design.
- Upcoming consultation dates:
- 23 October 2025, 8:00 - 12:00
- 5 November 2025, 8:00 - 12:00
- 11 November 2025, 8:00 - 12:00
- 13 November 2025, 8:00 - 12:00
The local plan has been a subject of debate since the council withdrew from the spatial plan for Greater Manchester.
Author's summary: Stockport's draft local plan is now available for review.