Old Basing & Lychpit Neighbourhood Plan Reaches Pre-Submission Stage
The Old Basing & Lychpit Neighbourhood Plan Review is taking an important step forward, with pre-submission consultation (Regulation 14) commencing on 26 January.
This milestone represents months of collaborative work between the local community, parish representatives and technical specialists, all focused on shaping a planning framework that reflects local priorities while meeting statutory requirements.
What is Pre-Submission Consultation?
Pre-submission consultation is a crucial stage in the neighbourhood planning process. It provides residents, stakeholders and statutory consultees with the opportunity to:
- Review the draft Neighbourhood Plan in full
- Understand proposed planning policies
- Comment on whether the plan reflects local aspirations
- Help refine the document before it is formally submitted to the local planning authority (Basingtoke and Deane Borough Council)
Feedback received during this period will directly inform revisions to the plan prior to submission, independent examination and if required referendum.
How ET Planning Assist with a Neighbourhood Plan?
At ET Planning, we specialise in supporting parish councils, neighbourhood forums and community groups at every stage of the neighbourhood planning process. Our experience includes:
- Neighbourhood Plan drafting – from early visioning through to submission-ready policies
- Evidence base preparation – including site assessments and policy justification (including further protections for local gaps, green spaces, and local facilities)
- Community engagement support – helping to design and manage meaningful consultation
- Policy compliance and examination readiness – ensuring plans meet national and local planning requirements
- Ongoing advice – from designation through to referendum and post-adoption updates
Whether your neighbourhood plan is just getting started or approaching a key consultation stage, we provide clear, proportionate and practical planning support tailored to your community.
Thinking About a Neighbourhood Plan?
If your parish or neighbourhood forum is considering preparing a neighbourhood plan, or would like support reviewing or updating an existing one, please contact our Principal Planner Robyn.Milliner@etplanning.co.uk or Associate Director David.Wetherill@etplanning.co.uk for more information.