Drop in, log on or put pen to paper – there are lots of ways to help guide a vital document for East Dunbartonshire.
Responses are already being received which will help lay the groundwork for the next Local Development Plan (LDP) – to be known as LDP3.
The Council is asking communities and stakeholders how they would like to be consulted in the process of preparing LDP3.
The Draft Participation Statement sets out proposed engagement at various stages and is part of the overall Development Plan Scheme – which provides a work programme for delivery.
Find out more and have a say – visit the LDP3 Development Plan Scheme webpage before 27 June 2023.
You can also attend an information session:
- Bishopbriggs War Memorial Hall (Balmuildy Road G64 3BS) – Thursday 8 June – 6.30-8pm
- Bearsden Hall (above Bearsden Community Hub – 69 Drymen Road, Bearsden G61 3QT) – Monday 12 June – 7.15-8.45pm
- Online (link will be supplied in advance) – please note rearranged date – Wednesday 21 June – 5-6.30pm.
Please email development.plan@eastdunbarton.gov.uk to reserve a place.
An LDP sets out a long-term vision for where development should and should not happen.
It is vital for:
- Addressing climate change
- Delivering high-quality places to live
- Attracting new jobs and investment
- Regenerating town centres
- Protecting historic and natural environment.
Councillor Gordan Low, Leader of East Dunbartonshire Council, said,
We're seeking views on communications, engagement activities, materials, support for new Local Place Plans, and how to balance areas of potential conflict and dispute.
"The aim is to ensure we are engaging with as many residents, businesses and groups as possible – as effectively as possible."
The current Local Development Plan (LDP2) will remain in place until LDP3 is fully approved (expected by early 2028).
In addition to the website survey, comments can also be provided by:
- Email to development.plan@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- Post to Land Planning Policy, Southbank House, Strathkelvin Place, Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire G66 1XQ.
For more information, visit visit the LDP3 Development Plan Scheme webpage(and our LDP Frequently Asked Questions
Community groups in East Dunbartonshire are also being encouraged to find out more about Local Place Plans (LPPs) – which can be used to highlight issues, ideas and aspirations.
LPPs can identify areas of potential change and opportunity, and suggest new or alternative uses for vacant or derelict land. They can also recommend places that should be protected.
In addition, LPPs can set out circumstances where a community wishes to amend provisions within an LDP.
For more information, visit visit the LDP3 Development Plan Scheme webpage and our LDP Frequently Asked Questions
