Decision

The Executive has decided to approve the draft Manchester Local Plan for consultation during Summer 2026.

Analysis

outcome: The outcome of the decision was that the recommendations were approved.

summary: The decision at stake is the approval of the draft Manchester Local Plan for consultation during Summer 2026.

topline: The Executive has decided to approve the draft Manchester Local Plan for consultation during Summer 2026.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves land use planning and development, which can impact various stakeholders such as residents, businesses, and environmental groups.

affected_stakeholders: ["residents", "businesses", "environmental groups"]

contentiousness_score: 6

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

URL: https://democracy.manchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1164

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: To approve the draft Local Plan for consultation during Summer 2026

Content: To approve the draft Local Plan for consultation during Summer 2026 The Executive:-   (1)      Approve the draft Manchester Local Plan and supporting background documents for consultation for six weeks commencing no earlier than 17th August 2026 pursuant to Regulation 19 of the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2012.   (2)      Delegate authority to the Director of Planning, Licensing and Building Control, in consultation with the Executive Member for Housing and Development to make minor or non-material amendments to the draft Manchester Local Plan and background documents prior to the commencement of the consultation.

Date of Decision: July 8, 2026