The draft replacement London Plan
The London Plan describes an integrated economic, social, environmental and transport framework
for the development of London over the next 20-25 years. London boroughs’ local plans need to work within this larger structure,
and its policies guide decisions on planning applications by councils and the Mayor.
After a consultation in 2008, the Mayor decided to create a replacement Plan rather than amend the previous
London Plan, and we are now looking for your views and feedback on the draft of this new version.
The new London Plan sets out to:
- Meet the needs of a growing population with policy on new homes, including affordable housing, housing design and
quality, and social infrastructure, which will promote diverse, happy and safe local communities.
- Support an increase in London’s development and employment with policy on: outer London, inner and central London;
finding the best locations for development and regeneration, and protecting town centres; encouraging a connected economy and
improving job opportunities for everyone, so that London maintains its success and competitiveness.
- Improve the environment and tackle climate change by: reducing CO2 emissions and heat loss from new developments; increasing
renewable energy; managing flood risk, ensuring water supply and quality; improving sewerage systems; improving London’s recycling
performance and waste management; and protecting our open spaces making London a green and more pleasant place to live and visit.
- Ensure that London’s transport is easy, safe and convenient for everyone and encourage cycling, walking and electric vehicles.
Also out for consultation are the Integrated Impact Assessment and the Habitats Regulations Assessment –
two assessment reports prepared for the Mayor by independent consultants.
