Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet approved the proposed revisions to the Local Development Scheme for July 2025.
summary: The decision involves proposed revisions to the Local Development Scheme, including updates on the progress of the Kirklees Local Plan update and the inclusion of a new work stream on a proposed West Yorkshire joint Mass Transit Spatial Development Framework.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve revisions to the Local Development Scheme for July 2025.
reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as there are no statutory requirements for consultation on the Local Development Scheme.
affected_stakeholders: ["Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government", "Council members", "Local residents"]
contentiousness_score: 2
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=12913
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: The report sets out proposed revisions to the Local Development Scheme (LDS) approved by Cabinet 12th March 2024. The proposed revisions seek to provide an updated position on the progress of the Kirklees Local Plan update, the inclusion of a new work stream on a proposed West Yorkshire joint Mass Transit Spatial Development Framework (SDF) Development Plan Document (see Cabinet Item on Mass Transit SDF) subject to Council approval on 16th July 2025 and some general updates to reflect new legislative requirements. An up-to-date LDS is a requirement of Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). Subject to agreement by Cabinet on 8th July 2025, the LDS will be required to be submitted to MHCLG and made publicly available on the council’s website. Background papers Local Development Scheme (March 2024) Decision - Local Plan Documents: Statement of Community Involvement and Local Plan Timetable | Kirklees Council There are no statutory requirements for consultation on the Local Development Scheme. The current Local Development Scheme March 2024 is available to view on the council’s website. Subject to the updated version being approved by Council, this will be uploaded to the council’s website.
Content: The report sets out proposed revisions to the Local Development Scheme (LDS) approved by Cabinet 12th March 2024. The proposed revisions seek to provide an updated position on the progress of the Kirklees Local Plan update, the inclusion of a new work stream on a proposed West Yorkshire joint Mass Transit Spatial Development Framework (SDF) Development Plan Document (see Cabinet Item on Mass Transit SDF) subject to Council approval on 16th July 2025 and some general updates to reflect new legislative requirements. An up-to-date LDS is a requirement of Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). Subject to agreement by Cabinet on 8th July 2025, the LDS will be required to be submitted to MHCLG and made publicly available on the council’s website. Background papers Local Development Scheme (March 2024) Decision - Local Plan Documents: Statement of Community Involvement and Local Plan Timetable | Kirklees Council There are no statutory requirements for consultation on the Local Development Scheme. The current Local Development Scheme March 2024 is available to view on the council’s website. Subject to the updated version being approved by Council, this will be uploaded to the council’s website. RESOLVED – 1) That approval be given to the Local Development Scheme July 2025 as outlined at Appendix 1 of the considered report. 2) That authority be delegated to Service Director, Skills and Regeneration to publish the approved Local Development Scheme on the council’s website. 3) That authority be delegated to Service Director, Skills and Regeneration to send a copy of the adopted Local Development Scheme to Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. 4) That authority be delegated to the Service Director, Skills and Regeneration to make any minor amendments and corrections to the Local Development Scheme.
Date of Decision: July 8, 2025