Planning Policy Section

The Planning Policy Section is responsible for preparing and reviewing a range of development plans, compiling information about land-use in Sunderland, as well as co-ordinating the Council's approach to sustainable development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of the Local Development Framework and review the Unitary Development Plan
• Assisting with preparation and monitoring of the Regional Spatial Strategy
• Liaising with neighbouring authorities and other agencies on strategic planning matters
• Preparing supplementary planning guidance
• The development of policies and proposals on strategic issues, including housing, employment land, green space and access to services.
• Providing policy advice on development proposals
• Developing the Sustainable Development Strategy for the City
• Supporting the Council and Community to reduce their environmental impact
• Supporting the Coalfield Communities Campaign
• Developing sustainable transport and cycle network development.
• Developing and maintaining the Land and Property Gazetteer and other business and land use development monitoring datasets
• Producing land availability information, particularly relating to housing and business land
• Providing an information service which includes Census and other statistical information, Ordnance Survey maps, and aerial photographs

UDP / LDF Team - Tel: 0191 561 1537
Sustainability Team - Tel: 0191 561 1535
Information Team - Tel: 0191 561 1536
Email: planningpolicy@sunderland.gov.uk