Decision

The Cabinet has decided to adopt the Reduction in Carbon in New Development as a Supplementary Planning Document.

Analysis

outcome: The Reduction in Carbon in New Development SPD was adopted.

summary: The decision at stake is the adoption of the Reduction in Carbon in New Development Supplementary Planning Document (SPD).

topline: The Cabinet has decided to adopt the Reduction in Carbon in New Development as a Supplementary Planning Document.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves environmental policies and potential impacts on development.

affected_stakeholders: ["Council", "Developers", "Residents"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.

URL: https://democracy.broxtowe.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2152

Decision Maker: Cabinet,

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: Supplementary Planning Documents (SPD) are documents which add further detail to the policies in the Local Plan. They can be used to provide further guidance for development on specific sites, or on specific issues. SPDs are a material consideration in planning decisions but are not part of the statutory development plan.   The Reduction in Carbon in New Development SPD is a joint document produced in collaboration with Nottingham City Council and provides detailed guidance on reducing carbon emissions in new developments, supporting policies in the Greater Nottingham Aligned Core Strategies and the Part 2 Local Plans. Nottingham City Council adopted the SPD on 17 June.   It was requested that case studies from Broxtowe be included in future versions of the document in addition to consideration of circadian rhythms.   RESOLVED that the Reduction of Carbon in New Development as a Supplementary Planning Document, be adopted.   Reason The SPD seeks to contribute to the Council's Environment Objective of reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality.

Date of Decision: July 1, 2025