Planning Policy

Core Strategy
This sets the overall vision for future land use and provides the framework for the scale and distribution of development up to 2028. It was adopted in September 2014. Find out more about Core Strategy
Development and Site Allocations (DaSA) Local Plan
This Plan allocates sites for particular uses as well as setting out more detailed policies for the effective management of development in relation to key issues. Find out more about Development and Site Allocations (DaSA) Local Plan
Neighbourhood Plans
Details of Neighbourhood Plans in preparation by Parish Councils (or designated neighbourhood forum) to plan for housing and other development needs in their locality. Find out more about Neighbourhood Plans
Background Evidence
Background papers and evidence studies on the key aspects of the social, economic and environmental characteristics of the area play a critical role in supporting the policies of the Local Plan. Find out more about Background Evidence
Monitoring
To ensure its policies are up-to-date and effective, the Council undertakes ongoing assessments and monitoring, with a particular focus on housing supply. Find out more about Monitoring
Brownfield Land Register
The Register provides up-to-date, publicly available information on brownfield land that is suitable for housing. Find out more about Brownfield Land Register
Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Register
Register your interest in a self-build or custom housebuilding project within Rother here. Find out more about Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Register