Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Todmorden Neighbourhood Plan was approved to continue having effect as part of the statutory Development Plan for the Borough.
summary: The decision at stake is the approval of the Todmorden Neighbourhood Plan to be part of the statutory Development Plan for the Borough.
topline: The UK council has decided to approve the Todmorden Neighbourhood Plan as part of the Borough's Development Plan.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves local planning policies and may impact various stakeholders in the community.
affected_stakeholders: ["Residents of Todmorden", "Local businesses", "Local government officials"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://calderdale.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=326
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: It was moved by Councillor Patient, Seconded by Councillor Dacre, and RESOLVED that: (a) the referendum result of 6 March 2025, Appendix 4 of the report, where 79% of those voting voted in favour of the Todmorden Neighbourhood Plan, which is above the required 50%, be noted; (b) the Todmorden Neighbourhood Plan presented at Appendix 1 of the report be approved so that it continues to have effect as part of the statutory Development Plan for the Borough; (c) the accompanying Todmorden Neighbourhood Plan Policies Map Appendix 2 of the report, be published; and (d) the Director of Regeneration and Strategy be authorised to issue and publicise a Decision Statement identified at Appendix 3 of the report. Councillor Timbers commented on the recommendation.
Date of Decision: April 9, 2025