Planning Policy

You can find information about the Plymouth and South West Devon Joint Local Plan 2014 - 2034 here.

We are asking for comments on proposed additional protections for green spaces in the Plymouth Policy Area.

The Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) gives guidance on the implementation of the Joint Local Plan.

Information about what new developments in Plymouth and South West Devon need to do to meet the challenge of climate change.

The Authorities Monitoring Report (AMR) sets out key information on the delivery of the Plymouth and South West Devon Joint Local Plan.

Communities can shape development in their areas through the production of Neighbourhood Development Plans.

Neighbourhood plans which have been through the referendum and have been adopted by South Hams District Council.

If you are interested in Self or Custom Build projects you can register your details with us.

The new community of Sherford will provide 5,500 new homes on the outskirts of Plymouth.

Agreements made with developers to address the impact of development.

How you can have your say on future development in the area.

Brownfield sites in the South Hams which would be suitable for housing.

You can find the five-year housing land supply assessment for our area here.

Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon Local Planning Authorities' Housing Delivery Test result

A summary of all financial and non-financial developer contributions relating to Section 106 agreements.