Talk Dorset Podcast - The Dorset Council Local Plan and Housing need

Nick Cardell,  a senior planning officer, and Hilary Jordan, service manager for spatial planning, explain how housing need is calculated and what is the impact of the Government's changes to the way it is worked out. The Dorset Council Local Plan outlines the strategy for: The growth Dorset needs  Development in suitable places  Community services including schools, retail, leisure and community facilities  The appropriate character and quality of development While protecting the environment and acting on climate change. Get involved: Go to www.Dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/dorset-local-plan  Sign up for the Dorset Council news e-newsletter  Follow Dorset Council UK on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn The Dorset Council Local Plan consultation begins 18 January 2021 visit www.Dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/dorset-council-local-plan for details.