Decision

The Council has decided to adopt the Heydon Neighbourhood Plan as part of the Development Plan for South Cambridgeshire.

Analysis

outcome: The Heydon Neighbourhood Plan was 'made' (adopted) following a successful referendum.

summary: The decision involves the adoption of the Heydon Neighbourhood Plan as part of the statutory Development Plan for South Cambridgeshire.

topline: The Council has decided to adopt the Heydon Neighbourhood Plan as part of the Development Plan for South Cambridgeshire.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves land use planning and development, which can often be a divisive issue among local stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Residents of Heydon", "Developers", "Local businesses"]

contentiousness_score: 6

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

URL: https://scambs.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=13079

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: The Council (unanimous): ·       Noted that the referendum for the Heydon Neighbourhood Plan took place on 2 July 2026. ·       ‘Made’ (adopted) the Heydon Neighbourhood Plan (Appendix 1 to the report) as part of the statutory “Development Plan” for South Cambridgeshire following the successful referendum.  

Date of Decision: July 16, 2026