Emerging Local Plan

Find information about the new Local Plan, including the current stage, timetable and opportunities to get involved.

Leeds City Council is preparing a new Leeds Local Plan, shaping how places grow and develop across the district. They set out where new homes, jobs, infrastructure and community facilities should be located. Supporting regeneration and environmental improvements and provide clarity for residents, businesses and developers.

Once adopted, it will replace the existing Local Plan and form the basis for planning decisions.

The plan is being prepared under the new national planning system, which introduces a clearer timetable and structured stages for plan-making.

Current stage and next steps

Latest updates

Previous consultations

Completed consultations are included for reference, as feedback from these exercises has contributed to the development of the current Leeds Local Plan.

Leeds Local Plan

Find information about the Leeds Local Plan consultation which was open from 7 July until 15 September 2025