Council-wide Plans
West Northamptonshire Local Plan – Regulation 18
There are now just a few days left for people across West Northamptonshire to give their views on the new draft Local Plan, and residents are being urged not to miss their chance to help shape the future of the area. Closes 27.03.2026.
The West Northamptonshire Local Plan is the key planning document being prepared by West Northamptonshire Council to guide development in the area.
The plan sets out how West Northamptonshire will grow and develop up to 2043, including:
- Where new homes will be built
- Locations for jobs and business growth
- Transport and infrastructure planning
- Protection of green spaces and environment
It will replace existing plans covering Northampton, Daventry, and South Northamptonshire.
A draft “Regulation 18” consultation is running. Closes 27 March 2026
Public feedback from this stage will shape the next version
Next steps:
Regulation 19 consultation: expected Autumn 2026
Submission for examination: by end of 2026
The emerging plan covers:
Housing & growth
Long-term strategy for housing delivery (linked to government targets)
Identification of sites for new development
Economy & jobs
Land for employment and business growth
Regeneration of town centres (e.g. Northampton)
Infrastructure
Roads, transport, schools, healthcare
Developer contributions for services
Environment & sustainability
Protection of green spaces
Policies on climate, health, and wellbeing
Support for brownfield development and regeneration
The Local Plan is legally important because it:
Determines whether planning applications are approved or refused
Directs where development should and shouldn’t happen
Helps secure infrastructure funding alongside growth
